About Us
The Canaan Dog Club of America
Are you thinking about getting a Canaan Dog?
The CDCA is a non-profit organization whose primary objective is to encourage and promote the preservation of purebred Canaan Dogs and to do all possible to bring their natural qualities to perfection. The CDCA was formed in 1965 with the arrival of the first four Canaan Dogs to the United States.
Are you thinking about getting a Canaan Dog?
Are you thinking about getting a Canaan Dog?
If so, first read our
which contains valuable information on the Canaan Dog. We hope it will answer most, if not all, of the questions you may have regarding Canaan Dogs.
You may want to check out an article about Puppy Buyer Etiquette. Then, get the FAQs: read our Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About The Canaan Dog. When your questions have been answered, you can.
Quarterly Newsletter: The Canaan Kibitzer
Quarterly Newsletter: The Canaan Kibitzer
0The CDCA publishes a newsletter The Canaan Kibitzer three times a year. CDCA members receive the Kib as it is affectionately known and non-members in the USA may subscribe by sending name & address and $18 US to the Corresponding Scretary.
(payable to Canaan Dog Club of America)
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Join Our Club
CDCA Agility Trials
Become a part of our community and enjoy the benefits of membership. Membership includes access to our workshops, events, and online resources. Membership information.
CDCA Agility Trials
CDCA Agility Trials
The CDCA hosts all-breed agility trials twice a year, in May and November. The next trial will be held May 15, 2025 - May 18, 2025 at:
T. Ed Garrison Arena
Pendleton, South Carolina
Trial Secretary: gonedogginagility.com. Click the Link below for the Premium List!
Meet Our Dogs & Members
2025 National Speciality
AKC Meet the Breeds® gives dog lovers a unique opportunity to meet, play with, and learn about hundreds of dogs! The Canaan Dog was well represented and a huge crowd pleaser. Get to know our members and connect with like-minded individuals. Our community is made up of people from all walks of life who share a love for Canaan Dogs.
2025 National Speciality
2025 National Speciality
2025 National Speciality
The 2025 National Specialty will be held in San Bernardino, CA with a Designated Specialty and 2 Supported Entries and 1 All-Breed show. Dates: May 22, 2025 through May 26, 2025. More information to come!
2024 National Speciality
2025 National Speciality
2024 National Speciality
The 2024 National Specialty was held on March 21, 2024, at Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia. 4 days / 5 shows. Concurrent specialty on Thursday designated specialty on Friday, 4 days of all-breed shows. March 21-24, AKC approved.