Karelian Bear Dog
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
Karelian Bear Dogs are named for their ability to hunt bears — they track and bark to corner the bear until the hunter arrives.
Medium-sized Spitz-type dog with black and white coat. Courageous, independent, and tenacious hunter of large game.
🏷️ Breed
Karelian Bear Dog
💭 Temperament
Courageous, independent, tenacious, loyal, alert
📏 Size
Medium (20-23 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
11-13 years
🎨 Colors
Black with white markings
🌍 Origin
Finland, Karelia region, ancient breed
🏠 Habitat
Domestic or working — needs significant exercise and space
🍽️ Diet
High-protein commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Group
Group 5
✓ FCI Section
Spitz and Primitive Types
✓ FCI Number
48