Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal

Alert
Devoted
Vigilant
Cautious
Quick

Japillons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Canaans are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Japillons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Canaans are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Canadian Kennel Club
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Japillons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Canaans have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Japillon can have a litter of 2-4 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Canaan can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

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Japillons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Canaans' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Japillon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Canaan has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Japillons require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Canaans need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Japillons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Canaans sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Japillons are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Canaans bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Japillon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Canaan, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Japillons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Canaans usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Japillon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Canaan is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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For an average 4-9 pound (2 - 4 kg) Japillon feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Canaan feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Japillon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Canaan is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Japillon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Canaan is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Japillons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Canaan has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Japillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Japillon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Canaans make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Japillons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Canaans make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Japillons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Canaans are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Japillons are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Canaans are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Japillons are highly friendly around strangers.

Canaans are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Japillons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Canaans have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Japillons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Canaans are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.