Although not a household dog breed name, many owners and dog lovers are starting to talk about the Canis Panther. They are a gorgeous breed with a recent history that many breeders are hoping to expand. And with such sparse information on them, we want to answer all your questions and provide an in-depth explanation about these fascinating dogs. So if you are a potential breeder or just have an interest, keep reading for more information about how to breed Canis Panthers.
To start off with we will be looking into the breed’s background and how they came to be the breed they are today. To understand how the Canis Panther came to be, we need to look back. What breeds created this giant through selective breeding? Next, we will further explore breeding Canis Panthers. As well as the benefits and possible concerns to think about so you are prepared. So let’s take a look!
Background of Canis Panther Breeding
In order to properly understand a dog breed, we have to research their past. In this section we will look into their origin, relations, history, and their modern self. This is to giive you a better understanding before breeding Canis Panthers.
Origin
This breed was created by the famous American dog trainer and breeder Scorpio Jones in 1970. So as you can see this is quite a modern breed, unlike many breed names we know today. He desired to create a hybrid guardian dog as there were not many around at the time. Jones combines the Great Dane, Doberman, Staffordshire Terrier, and the Black Labrador Retriever. Each held a different purpose which we can see below:
- Great Dane: Both it’s size and calm personality were wanted by Jones for an intimidating appearance. This breed also gave an ease with handling and training though
- Doberman: These dogs are fiercely loyal and brave, traits perfect for guard dogs
- Staffordshire Terrier: The Staffordshire Terrier is great for creating bonds with humans. This breed will connect with a few people very strongly. Furthermore, it will protect these people from creatures of any size or strength without hesitation
- Black Labrador Retriever: This breed supplied the ease of trainability in the Canis Panther
The Modern Canis Panther
This is a very modern breed as they have only existed for less than a hundred years. Their creation in the 1970s is still recent enough for many of us to remember the year. As it was then, their creation purpose is still to be guard dogs. This is a breed that you can easily train, they have a strong sense of loyalty, bravery, and connects well with their family.
If you are searching for a large breed dog with a striking black coat, then this is the breed for you. They are very powerful and thoroughly athletic dogs. So they suit working life and are adept for quick obedience training. Although they can enjoy cuddling up on the sofa with the kids, this is a breed that requires training, socialization, and energy outlets.
Related Breeds and Variations
The Canis Panther is comprised of four breeds as previously mentioned. Therefore, you can imagine how many breeds are closely related to this mix. Here are the four breeds that make up the genetics of the Canis Panther and some of their closest related breeds:
- Great Dane: Mastiff, Irish Wolfhound, and the Greyhound
- Doberman: Shorthaired Shepherd, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, and Manchester Terrier
- Staffordshire Terrier: Old English Bulldog and the Old English Terrier
- Black Labrador Retriever: St John’s Water Dog
To say that these are all the relatives of a Canis Panther would not be true, there are so many breeds that helped to construct the complex genetic formula for them. This list shows some of the closest relatives though and what side of creation they helped to play in when breeding Canis Panthers.
Appearance
These, to summarize them briefly, are stunning dogs. The Canis Panther is a large, broad breed with (most recognizably) a jet black coat. They have strong jaws and powerful bodies, truly the perfect guard dog. Let’s break down their appearance a little more.
Size and Weight
The Canis Panther is unarguably a huge dog breed. Their height and weight measures are below:
- Female: 24-27 inches, 85-105 lbs
- Male: 27-30 inches, 120-140 lbs
As you can see, at their smallest they weigh around 85 pounds. This is more than a large male Black Labrador Retriever. Their height can vary from 24 inches to thirty based on their gender, but what is always obvious is their muscle definition. These dogs are very muscular and this contributes considerably to their overall weight. These dogs have especially powerful jaws and leg muscles. One of the many reasons why exercise and chew toys are a regular requirement with this breed. They need to express these muscles and use up their energy levels. This means providing durable chew toys and long walks with areas of free-roaming.
Coat
The Canis Panther has a short but dense coat, similar to that of a Labrador Retriever. They also hold properties of having a more water repellent coat than many other dog breeds, a trait which has been handed down by the Labrador Retriever.
As for coat colors, it may come as no surprise that their main color is black. Some evidence suggests that dogs with darker coat colors are both more intimidating as well as camouflage. It is not known whether this played a role in Jones’s decision of breeding. Or whether it was a happy coincidence. Regardless, what we do know is that the specific Labrador used in breeding was the Black Lab. So we can assume that their coat color played a role. However, the Canis Panther does come in other coat colors such as fawn, brown, and blue.
Distinct Features
Some describe this breed to be stern and sharp in appearance as well as muscular. Often this breed will have their ears and tail cropped, which presents a sharper appearance once more. This is done to maintain an intimidating appearance. As well as to make sure that whilst guarding they are less likely to catch or trap parts of themselves when giving chase. In the face they most closely resemble their relative the Doberman, with their large, long snout and skull shape. However, they also have the muscular neck and jaw of a Staffordshire Terrier, which only helps them to appear more powerful.
Personality
With their guarding purpose and strong appearance, many consider their personality to reflect this. However, these dogs are intelligent and gentle with their loved ones. Their loyalty is also incredibly strong and this helps them in guarding and obedience training. However, they are not good with strangers, both humans and animals. This is unfortunately not a trait that you can train away easily. They are a defensive dog due to their guarding nature and will never do well with regular strangers entering and leaving their property.
On the other hand, this trait helps to compliment their guarding purpose wonderfully and makes them the ultimate guard dog. That’s an important point to consider when breeding Canis Panthers. Anyone that enters your property will have the attention of this dog and they will let you know with aggressive vocalizations quickly. Who needs a burglar alarm with this dog?
Common Health Issues When Breeding Canis Panthers
This breed is known to be incredibly healthy with almost no known health issues. However, it is important to know when breeding Canis Panthers that, with them being so modern, it will be difficult to identify common illnesses and diseases. More information is needed for us to draw the conclusion of their overall health but currently, the evidence says they are a healthy breed.
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) is a fatal possibility in almost every breed of dog. It is more commonly known as bloat and can be characterized by the twisting of the stomach. Some breeds are more predisposed to this condition than others due to deep or narrow chests, such as seen in an Irish Setter. This condition requires immediate surgery to prevent death. It prevents gas from leaving the stomach and proper blood flow occurring around the body, which will induce shock and then death. Although the Canis Panther is no more susceptible than the average dog breed, it is still a problem to be aware of occurring. Signs of this disease include enlargement and pain of the stomach, drooling, retching, lethargy or restlessness.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip dysplasia can occur in any dog, those most susceptible though are larger dogs, older dogs, and those with improperly balanced frames. This condition is a deformity of the hip bone that will worsen over time. The bone will grind at the socket which will negatively impact movement and lead to pain, swelling, and inevitably reduced movement. As the Canis Panther is a larger breed with relations to breeds that commonly have this problem, you must be careful to detect it. This means avoiding breeding from dogs that suffer from hip dysplasia by using DNA tests and cautious breeding.
Your vet can detect if your dog is suffering from dysplasia early on and help towards minimizing pain, aiding movement, and using an operation for correction in severe cases. Notice your dog’s movement and if it seems slow, lop-sided, or they are generally moving less.
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy can be simplified as the gradual thinning of the heart wall muscle leading to the heart working twice as hard, overexerting, and doubling in size. The size of the heart grows due to the growing amount of pressure within the walls used to pump blood around the body. This is another condition that is common in large dogs but not necessarily directed at the breed Canis Panther. It is in fact the most common heart disease in dogs which is why it important to be aware of.
The disease can be gradually progressing for a long period of time, but the onset of heart failure can only take a few hours and requires an emergency vet appointment. Be aware of your dog appearing weaker, struggling to breathe, retching, and drooling heavily.
How To Breed Canis Panthers
Now for all of you considering breeding this magnificent dog, here are all the details you need to know. Here’s how to get started with breeding Canis Panthers ethically and responsibly.
Litter Size
As the average dog produces around six puppies per litter, the Canis Panther just meets the same criteria. Usually, this breed of dog will have four to six puppies, which is a slightly smaller litter than average. Generally, a larger dog will have a larger litter size because they are physically able to carry and support more puppies. However, the Canis Panther does not follow this rule which will make their birth and pregnancy a little less stressful for you, the breeder. Furthermore, you can worry a little less about each puppy as they will have the room and nutrients to grow and be birthed properly without needing to share with too many others.
Pregnancy
As the Canis Panther is still a very modern breed, their pregnancy and health concerns are still being researched. However, it is not believed that Canis Panther bitches suffer from dystocia and generally have very easy births. With smaller litters but large bodies, birthing canals, and hips it makes sense. Some breeders and owners have crossed referenced data from Cane Corsos, a dog of similar build. These bitch have minimal pregnancy and birthing problems which is a good sign for the Canis Panther mother. Their nine week-long pregnancies have been recorded to run smoothly and their birth time has not yet had enough evidence to draw an average of. So luckily you do not need to worry too much about this stage of breeding Canis Panthers.
Cost
The average cost of a Canis Panther puppy is anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000. Although they are more commonly sold for around $1,300. This means that from a good average litter of six puppies you could make $6,000-$12,000 from a litter. However, you need to deduct the average breeding costs per year which is around $1,400. From vet care, beds, birthing, and food costs, this is a minimum estimate. Always be prepared with savings in case a puppy or mother becomes ill.
Canis Panther Breed – FAQ
We have collected the most searched questions about breeding Canis Panthers and answered them for you below. Take a look for more information on this stunning breed!
If this breed is not well trained and socialized, they could pose a serious threat. Any dog has the capability to be dangerous without proper care. However, due to the large size of this breed and huge amounts of muscle, they have a higher probability of causing a lot of harm. Note that this breed has stranger based aggression, and without a high level of obedience training, they could bolt for a stranger before you could stop them.
The Canis Panther requires long walks and access to a lot of playtime with chew toys. However, try to avoid dog parks and areas with a lot of animals or people. A large fenced yard combined with long walks in isolated areas would be great for this dog. Make sure to encourage their exercise with play and games though as else they may start to display destructive behavior from frustration.
These dogs look quite different but are often compared because of some physical similarities and a lot of personality similarities. The main difference between these two is their size and body shape. Although both are muscular dogs, the Canis Panther has a more narrow head and a slightly more narrow body as opposed to a bulky body like the Pitbull Terrier. Both dogs have high levels of loyalty and compassion towards their families. Likewise though, they both have high levels of stranger targeted aggression and defensiveness. This is why training is so crucial with both breeds.
The Canis Panther is a low maintenance dog for grooming requirements. They have very short fur so they require very little grooming. Just get them used to brushes, hairdryers, nail clippers, and anything else they could require to make sure they do not get aggressive in fear around these tools.
With their high level of intelligence and wants to please their owner, they are easy to train. It shouldn’t take this dog long to learn basic commands. More difficult commands should also not take too long as the training experience is fun for them with positive reinforcement and lots of praise of course!
If you are considering owning this amazing, modern breed, there are a few things you need. Make sure you can provide regular, stranger-free exercise combined with a lot of training and socializing time. If you feel this is you, then this may be the perfect breed for you. As for breeding Canis Panthers, put aside money for emergencies but this breed is relatively easy to breed, so why not consider adding your name to their history?
One comment on “How to Breed Canis Panthers”
If you are looking into a canis panther i woild suggest you get in touch with the Canis Panther Club of America. They have a facebook and instagram. Rock of ages kennel was the orgional breeder, Panther Dog Kennel is a great source of infromation as the owner is very knowledgeable and working towards making the breed a recognized breed. But i will say they the price of the Canis Panther is wrong. A puppy can cost up to $3,000. Especially after adding in the ear corp.