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'''Akita'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e0/Japaneseakita.jpg]: Akitas are powerful, independent, and dominant, affectionate with friends and family, but generally aloof toward strangers. They are generally accepting of non-threatening strangers, yet protective of their family when faced with a threatening situation and have an affinity for children. They have a tendency to be territorial and intolerant of other Canin of the same sex. They can be somewhat feline in their actions; it is not unusual for an Akita to clean its face after eating, to preen its house mate, and to be fastidious in the house. Akitas are extremely loyal to their friends and family, even more so than other Canin. All Canin are very loyal, but the Akita’s loyalty is legendary (look up the story of Hachiko for an excellent real world example, but be warned that it is a pretty sad story).,

'''Anatolian Shepherd'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/de/Anatolian_2009_pl.jpg]: Anatolian Shepherds are rugged, large and very strong, with good sight and hearing. They are primarily livestock guardians and with their high speed and agility they are able to run down a predator with great efficiency. They are independent, forceful, intelligent, and learn quickly. They are also loyal and excellent protectors, but also tend to be quite relaxed and are never troublemakers. They enjoy the company of friends and family, but are wary towards strangers. Anatolian Shepherds love to roam, making them natural adventurers.

'''Bloodhound'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/2/22/Bloodhound_black_and_tan.jpg]: Bloodhounds are gentle, willful, affectionate, even-tempered, and tireless when following a scent. They greatly enjoy the company of humanoid companions. They are extremely friendly, even with small children and with strangers. Although they generally lounge in the house and are quiet, they will become vocal and energetic outdoors. Bloodhounds have the best sense of smell of all the Canin, able to pick up scents days after they were left, and are the best trackers. automatically apply the Canin Scent Hound Template at character creation,

'''Bullmastiff'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9e/Bullmastiff_Junghund_1_Jahr.jpg]: Bullmastiffs are intelligent, loyal, obedient, and courageous, both fearless and yet docile. They can be somewhat dominant toward other Bullmastiffs, but is very tolerant towards children. They are quite protective of their homes, friends, and family and will drive away unwanted strangers.,

'''Great Dane'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e5/Dogge_Odin.jpg]: The Great Dane's large and imposing appearance belies its friendly nature. They are spirited, friendly, dependable, loyal and intelligent. They are known for seeking physical affection with their friends, family, and adventuring companions, and the breed is often referred to as a "gentle giant”. They are gentle, playful, patient and loving creatures who get along with humanoids, animals, and other Canin very well. They are one of the tallest breeds of Canin. Although the Irish Wolfhound is generally taller overall, an individual Great Dane holds the record for tallest Canin ever. Great Danes have goofy, clownish personalities, enhanced by a slight clumsy streak due to their large, but lanky build. They can be courageous, but have a reputation for cowardice.,

'''Great Pyrenees'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/61/Great_Pyrenees_Tavish.jpg]: Great Pyrenees are confident, gentle (especially with children), and affectionate. While territorial and protective of their flock or friends and family when necessary, their general demeanor is of composure and patience and loyalty. They are strong willed, independent and reserved, as well as attentive, quite fearless and loyal to their duties. The Great Pyrenees' size makes it an imposing guardian. They are wary of strangers, but will settle down if their companions seem comfortable with the stranger. They are somewhat nocturnal and, while they don’t have true Darkvision, they have better night vision than many other breeds.,

'''Irish Wolfhound '''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/03/Irish_Wolfhound_3.jpg] (qualifies for the Canin Sighthound Template if desired): The Irish Wolfhound is the tallest of the Canin breeds (although individual Great Danes can be taller). However, they are not the heaviest, having a build similar to that of a Greyhound. Irish wolfhounds have a varied range of personalities and are most often noted for their personal quirks and individualism. They are generally introverted, intelligent, easy-going, quiet, and reserved. They are also sweet-tempered, generous, patient, and thoughtful. They are independent creatures loyal to their friends and family. They can be protective, but usually are only willing to defend their companions and couldn’t care less about protecting their companions’ personal property. They are a bit standoffish, but generally friendly with strangers.

'''Mastiff'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6a/Mastiff1.jpg]: Mastiffs are the largest of all Canin breeds, not necessarily the tallest, but definitely the heaviest. They are immensely strong, but have one of the shortest life expectancies of all Canin. Mastiffs are calm and patient, attentive, confident, and smart. The quintessential gentle giant, they are not aggressive by nature but instead gentle and docile.

'''Newfoundland'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e0/Female_Newfs.jpg]: Newfoundlands are known for their giant size, intelligence, tremendous strength, calm dispositions, and loyalty. They excel at water rescue/lifesaving because of their muscular build, thick double coat, webbed feet, and innate swimming abilities. When not working aquatic search and rescue missions, many make a living as fishermen. They are docile, sweet-natured and patient. Newfoundlands love children and are amazing good at interacting with them, earning them the nickname of the “Babysitter”. ,

'''St. Bernard'''|[https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/64/Hummel_Vedor_vd_Robandahoeve.jpg]: Saint Bernards are calm, patient and sweet with adults, and especially children. While known for their fierce loyalty and vigilance to their friends and family, they are a very friendly, intelligent, and gentle. St. Bernards are known for their ability to find people trapped in dangerous mountain regions, especially in heavy snow. They are well respected for their search and rescue operations, having saved countless lives over the centuries.