I've met some nice Canaan dogs and it's a breed I find very interesting. They are a flock guardian dog, so not the right breed for everyone. They are one of the few dogs that use the words reserved and aloof with strangers. Ours was changed to cautious...so I understand this well.
There are some differences in type, I think, that I don't quite have a handle on...but as a new breed, I think there are still some things they are working on.
I've handled a couple for some local gals...one of which had wild born dogs in his pedigree. He was sweet as the dickens, playful and so interesting to be with...thinking that just a few generations back, this dogs relatives were Pariah dogs living with Beuodins. (sp)
A nice group of people who are truly dedicated to their breed of choice.