One-of-a-Kind! Large and powerful with outstanding sable color. Especially substantial structure with strong bones, and great impression of firmness and strength. A big dog with a big heart, Canto strives to connect and bond with his handler. Demonstrates high degree of handler loyalty and protective instinct. Highly trained up to IGP3 at a remarkably young age in Germany. Extremely stable and self-confident in any environment, Canto can go on any adventure as a companion or protector. Incredible drive to work, strives to please handler with every command. Naturally guidable, always responsive with pronounced desire to perform. Able to transition easily from passive behavior to active behavior on command. Motivated drive for a ball, will perform the obedience exercises quickly over and over again expecting the reward. Loves to be at home with the whole family, and neutral with other animals. Naturally watchful towards strangers, announcing their arrival with strong barking. Vigorous and enthusiastic in protection work with balanced drive qualities. Consistent in protection with strong guarding. Comes from a famous line of top performing, highly functional competitors. Hips and elbows certified. Covik Della Decima Mas. To help you make the best decision based on your needs, lifestyle, environment and purpose please call us at (360) 273-6125.

Certifications:

WB Wesensbeurteilung: The WB is a temperament examination performed between the ages of 9 and 13 months. This allows the licensed judge to see the true character of the dog before being influenced by training.

AD Ausdauerpruefung: This title denotes a dog who passed an endurance test by gaiting for 12.5 miles at around six miles per hour with a ten minute rest at the halfway point, followed by a light obedience exam to finish. A requirement for a breed survey. 

BH Begleitungshund: The BH is a companion dog test and the first step towards pursuing Schutzhund titles. The principle focus of a BH is the temperament test; however, the dog must pass obedience before proceeding to the temperament portion of the BH exam. A dog must earn the BH before competing for IGP titles.

IGP: This title is for dogs who have passed obedience, protection, and tracking examinations. Titles 1, 2, and 3 denote how advanced the training tests were. A minimum of IGP 1 is required to be breed surveyed.