Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual

Alert
Devoted
Vigilant
Cautious
Quick

Jack-A-Poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

United States

Israel

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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®

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

1990’s

ancient times

Brown

Hazel

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Gray
Blue

Black
Brown
Red
Pied
White

Jack-A-Poos have medium-length coats.

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

Curly

Straight

A Jack-A-Poo can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Epilepsy

Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Blood
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Jack-A-Poo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Jack-A-Poo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Walking, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Fetch, Parktime, Boat ride, Bubbles

Sniffing, Road trips, Hiking, Long walks

Jack-A-Poos are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Canaans are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

In general most Jack-A-Poos usually need at least 60 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.

Jack-A-Poos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-25 pound (6 - 11 kg) Jack-A-Poo feed 1 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 Jack-A-Poo 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 Jack-A-Poo is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

Jack-A-Poo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Jack-A-Poos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Jack-A-Poos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Jack-A-Poos are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Jack-A-Poos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Jack-A-Poos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Jack-A-Poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Jack-A-Poos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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