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Canes Venatici

Constellation
Canes Venatici is one of the 88 constellations designated by the International Astronomical Union. It is a small northern constellation that was created by Johannes Hevelius in the 17th century. Wikipedia
Name: Hunting Dogs
Abbreviation: CVn
Area: 465 sq. deg. (38th)
Bayer/Flamsteed stars: 21
Bordering constellations: Ursa Major; Boötes; Coma Berenices
Declination: +27.84° to +52.36°