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On this page you will find information about Canis Panther breed, about my breeding vision & future plans.
FACTS about
Canis Panther
In the 70's in the Chicago area, a few men of color worked as dog trainers and helpers. At that time, they were not sold any dogs from that area and importing a dog was not affordable.
They decided to create their own breed, a dog that was the ultimate protector.
One of those creators was Michael "Gypsy" Stratten, from Rock Of Age Kennel. He and his wife Lori Berg have developed and maintained the original line of Canis Panther for many years. Because of that I grateful to have my first, the foundation female, from them.
NOT OFFICIAL
As of now, this breed is not recognized by any Kennel Club. The breed does not have a FCI standard, but is developed, with established bloodlines and has multi-generation pedigrees.
HISTORY
This breed was first registered in the United States in the 1970's by Mr. "Scorpio" Jones, Mr. Michael "Gypsy" Stratten and Mr. L. Lopez.
MIX OF 4 BREEDS
The original Canis Panther is the perfect combination of black Great Dane, black Labrador Retriever, Doberman Pinscher, and the American Staffordshire Terrier.
PROTECTION DOG
It was created to protect its owner and their property. Canis Panther should be naturally protective of its family.
NOT A HUNTER
Despite its name, it was not created or ever used to hunt Panthers. It got its name because it looks similar to one.
TEMPERAMENT
Can be dominant, needs an experienced owner. Reserved towards strangers by its nature. Sensitive and loyal to its family. Easy to train, but will need structure.
HEALTH
Generally healthy breed, but does have some genetic issues. Not a lot of known health testing was done to the breed til recently.
CARE
Minimal grooming is required. Indoor dog due to its short fur. Being an active breed it needs daily exercise and mental stimulation. Does need early socialization.
Canis Panther
BREEDING VISION
I have been in the "dog world" for about 15 years now. I have trained a lot of dogs, showed/handled them in high levels and breed, but I still felt like I had not had my hands on the right breed. After countless hours of research, preparation and headache over two long years, I got my first Canis Panther puppy in the summer of 2019, from Rock of Ages kennel, USA. Getting her was a true challenge, but now I can say that I have found the breed that can be what I am looking for in a dog.
Not only does the breed have the looks and is generally healthy, but it also got the brain. My main goal is to produce puppies, who have clear head and are easy to live with. They should have natural protection instincts, without being aggressive or fearful. Ideally medium energy and drive. Up to train and do something if asked so, but happy to just chill. I do and always will health test my dogs and focus on breeding healthy, happy & sound puppies.
WHY US
“It's not about making the right choice.
It's about making a choice and making it right.”
― J.R. Rim
Selecting
Selection is the foundation for good breeding. To ensure breeding as close to my vision, I am pairing dogs according to their health, temperament, bloodline and type.
Raising
All of the puppies and my dogs are given high quality nutrition to optimize growth and development. Puppies will be taken care of and loved as my own dogs, as my family.
Training
From the moment the puppies are born they are handled and desensitized to different stressors daily. They will have short individual training sessions to develop their drives and behavior. Crate and potty manners will be introduced to them.
Socialization
From the time the puppies are old enough, they will be introduced to outdoors, different environments and places, sounds and smells. They will meet people of different size and ways.
Placement
All of our puppies take the Puppy Personality test when they are old enough. All of the owners to my puppies will be chosen based upon the suitability and temperament of the puppy, to ensure right fit for their new family. I will only place puppies to approved homes, after meeting the potential owner in person. First visit to puppies I allow when the puppies are at least 4 weeks old.
Support
Owners of puppies will get a life long support and care. Getting a puppy from us, you will be part of the "family". I will organize meetings for puppies and their owners for the owners get to know each other, train together and to see how the puppies are doing.
Contact Me
Above & Beyond
Canis Panther in Europe
canispanthers@yahoo.com
Instagram: @canispanther.eu (formerly @the.above.and.beyond)