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Name	Karelian Bear Dog	Kishu Ken	Lapponian Herder
Origins	Finland	Japan	Finland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Karelsk Björnhund Karjalankarhukoira KBD	Kishu Inu Kishu	Lapinporokoira Reindeer Herder Lapland Reindeer Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Which is the smallest dog, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Kishu Ken? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder weight comparison:	44-50 pounds (20-23 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47 pounds (21.5 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder height comparison:	19-23 inches (48-58 cm)	17-22 inches (43-56 cm)	Male: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm), Female: 17–19 inches (43–49 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21 inches (53 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$300-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Average: The Karelian Bear Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Lapponian Herder is a commonly available dog breed.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Lapponian Herder is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder trainability comparison.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Loyal Territorial Tenacious Brave Cautious	Dignified Alert Docile Faithful Noble	Energetic Friendly Docile Calm Vocal
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	High: Karelian Bear Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Lapponian Herder dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder social needs comparison:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lapponian Herder is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder playfulness comparison:	The Karelian Bear Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	Average: The Karelian Bear Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Kishu Ken barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Lapponian Herder is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	It is not recommended to keep the Karelian Bear Dog breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kishu Ken indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Lapponian Herder breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Kishu Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Lapponian Herder dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kishu Ken dogs handle alone time quite well.	Lapponian Herder dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Karelian Bear Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kishu Ken bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lapponian Herder bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Karelian Bear Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kishu Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lapponian Herder has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder mouthiness comparison:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder health comparison. Which is the healthier: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dogs tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Irritation Dry Skin Obesity Dental Problems Pituitary Dwarfism Baldness	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Karelian Bear Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Lapponian Herder should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder lifespan comparison. How long do Karelian Bear Dog, Kishu Ken and Lapponian Herder breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dog: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Lapponian Herder: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	Prefers cold weather The Karelian Bear Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lapponian Herder can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder energy level comparison:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Kishu Ken dogs are high-energy dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kishu Ken dogs need a lot of exercises.	Lapponian Herder dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Kishu Ken dogs don't need too much sleep.	Lapponian Herder dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Karelian Bear Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lapponian Herder's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Soft Thick Straight	Fluffy Straight Double
Colors What are the original Karelian Bear Dog, Kishu Ken and Lapponian Herder color?	Black White	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Gray Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Karelian Bear Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Kishu Ken requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lapponian Herder doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or {name3 shedding:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Lapponian Herder dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	Medium ⏺ The Karelian Bear Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kishu Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lapponian Herder has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Karelian Bear Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kishu Ken is an average drooler. See more.	The Lapponian Herder is an average drooler. See more.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Kishu Ken dogs are generally with other pets.	Lapponian Herder dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Which dog is more friendly?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Kishu Ken dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kishu Ken dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Lapponian Herder dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kishu Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lapponian Herder dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	Yes Karelian Bear Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Kishu Ken dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Lapponian Herder dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Karelian Bear Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kishu Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lapponian Herder is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Karelian Bear Dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.	Kishu Kens are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lapponian Herders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Karelian Bear Dog or Kishu Ken or Lapponian Herder? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder?	Not really Karelian Bear Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kishu Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lapponian Herder breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Karelian Bear Dog and Kishu Ken and Lapponian Herder have?	4-8 puppies	2-5 puppies, average 3	3-5 puppies
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Karelian Bear Dog vs Kishu Ken vs Lapponian Herder Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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