Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Hauska Fakta
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.
🏷️ Rotu
Karelian Bear Dog
💭 Luonne
Courageous, independent, tenacious, loyal, alert
📏 Koko
Medium (20-23 kg)
⏳ Elinikä
11-13 years
🎨 Värit
Black with white markings
🌍 Alkuperä
Finland, Karelia region, ancient breed
🏠 Elinympäristö
Domestic or working — needs significant exercise and space
🍽️ Ravinto
High-protein commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Ryhmä
Group 5
✓ FCI Osasto
Spitz and Primitive Types
✓ FCI Numero
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