Finnish Lapphund has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Karelian Bear Dog has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Calm
Faithful
Keen
Courageous
Friendly

Brave
Loyal
Tenacious
Cautious
Independent
Territorial

Finnish Lapphunds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Karelian Bear Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose a Finnish Lapphund if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Karelian Bear Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

spitz, wolf

Spitz

1900s

Unknown

Herding (AKC:2011)
Northern Breeds (UKC)

Northern (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Black
White

Finnish Lapphunds have medium-length coats.

Karelian Bear Dogs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Finnish Lapphund can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Karelian Bear Dog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Finnish Lapphunds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Karelian Bear Dogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Finnish Lapphunds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

The Karelian Bear Dog is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Periodontal Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Pituitary Dwarfism

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

OFA
CERF
Physical Examination

Finnish Lapphunds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Karelian Bear Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Finnish Lapphund has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Karelian Bear Dog has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Finnish Lapphunds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Karelian Bear Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Finnish Lapphund dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Karelian Bear Dogs bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

While Finnish Lapphund dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Karelian Bear Dog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Hike, Walk

Fetch, Walk, Run

Finnish Lapphunds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Karelian Bear Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Finnish Lapphund, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Karelian Bear Dog, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Finnish Lapphunds usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Karelian Bear Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Finnish Lapphunds have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Karelian Bear Dogs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 33-52 pound (15 - 24 kg) Finnish Lapphund feed 2.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-51 pound (20 - 23 kg) Karelian Bear Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Finnish Lapphund has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Karelian Bear Dogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Finnish Lapphunds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Karelian Bear Dogs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Finnish Lapphunds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Karelian Bear Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Finnish Lapphunds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Karelian Bear Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.