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  2. Karelian Bear Dog - Wikipedia

    • The Karelian Bear Dog (Karjalankarhukoira) is a Finnish breed of dog. In its home country, it is seen by many as a national treasure. Karelian Bear Dogs will hunt a variety of animals. Its quick reflexes and fearless nature have made it very popular for hunting large game including brown bears, moose, and wild boar. It was the breed's ability to hunt bears that earned … See more

    History

    The Karelian Bear Dog originated from the Komi dog. Basic stock dogs originated from the Ladoga Karelia,
    The … See more

    Description

    The breed standard for Karelian Bear Dogs and Laikas today calls for a black-and-white marked dog, but originally the breed included individuals with coats of wolf gray of various shades, red coats like the standard s… See more

    Other namesKarjalankarhukoira · Karelsk Björnhund
    OriginFinland
    Health

    A form of inherited chondrodysplasia originally described in the Norwegian Elkhound has been identified in the Karelian Bear Dog. Symptoms include curvature of the forelimbs, carpal valgus, retarded ossification, … See more

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    Learn everything about the Karelian bear dog, a Finnish breed that hunts bears and is a loyal guardian. Find out their size, coat, personality, barking habits, and more.

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    The Karelian Bear Dog, a robust and resilient breed originating from the Karelian region of Northern Europe, is best known for its remarkable skills as a hunting …

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      Sep 13, 2024 · Karelian Bear dogs are not a common dog breed, but they're just as loyal and playful as other dogs. Learn more about the Karelian Bear dog in this in-depth breed guide.

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      The Karelian Bear Dog, known at the Karjalankarhukoira in the breed’s native Finland, is a strong, powerful and alert dog that hunts small to large game. Bred to be aggressive towards other animals, this pup is very successful at hunting …

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      Jan 3, 2024 · With their unwavering loyalty and high energy, Karelian Bear Dogs demand an active lifestyle and consistent training to thrive in a family environment. As a Finnish breed, they possess a dense double coat and a …