Karelian Bear Dog
11 - 13 yearsLife Expectancy
Medium-sized, sturdily-built spitz-type hunting dog with distinctive black and white coat, bred for courage and tenacity in hunting large game including bears, moose, and wild boar
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level3/5
- Trainability4/5
- Playfulness3/5
- Protectiveness5/5
- Barking3/5
- Drooling2/5
- Good with Children1/5
- Good with Other Dogs3/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming3/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 19 - 23.5 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 19 - 23.5 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 44 - 49 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 44 - 49 lbs |
Breed History
Ancient breed developed in the Karelia region of Finland and Russia from spitz-type dogs to hunt large game. Standardized in the 1930s and nearly became extinct after World War II but was saved by dedicated Finnish breeders. One of Finland's most prized national breeds