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Name	Karelian Bear Dog	West Siberian Laika	Hokkaido Dog
Origins	Finland	Russia	Japan
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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	Zapadno-Sibirskaia Laika	Ainu-ken Do-ken Seta Ainu dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Medium	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or West Siberian Laika? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog weight comparison:	44-50 pounds (20-23 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog height comparison:	19-23 inches (48-58 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	18-22 inches (46-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	21 inches (53 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$600-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Average: The Karelian Bear Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The West Siberian Laika 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.

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog 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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog trainability comparison.	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	West Siberian Laika dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	West Siberian Laika dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? 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.	West Siberian Laika dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Loyal Territorial Tenacious Brave Cautious	Protective Territorial Lively Aggressive Balanced	Alert Courageous Docile Faithful Brave
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: West Siberian Laika dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	High: Karelian Bear Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: West Siberian Laika dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Hokkaido Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog social needs comparison:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	West Siberian Laika dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Hokkaido Dog 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.	West Siberian Laika dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	West Siberian Laika 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.	Hokkaido Dog 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog playfulness comparison:	The Karelian Bear Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: West Siberian Laikas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Hokkaido Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	Average: The Karelian Bear Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The West Siberian Laika rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Hokkaido Dog barks occasionally. 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 West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	It is not recommended to keep the Karelian Bear Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the West Siberian Laika breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hokkaido Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog 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.	West Siberian Laika dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Hokkaido Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	West Siberian Laika dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Karelian Bear Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ West Siberian Laika bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hokkaido Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog mouthiness comparison:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	West Siberian Laika dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dogs tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	West Siberian Laikas tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Hokkaido Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Skin Irritation Dry Skin Obesity Dental Problems Pituitary Dwarfism Baldness	No data available	Heart Murmurs Allergies Cryptorchidism Collie Eye Anomaly Blocked Tear Ducts Hypodontia
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 West Siberian Laika should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Hokkaido Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Karelian Bear Dog, West Siberian Laika and Hokkaido Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dog: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of West Siberian Laika: 15 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Hokkaido Dog: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	Prefers cold weather The Karelian Bear Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The West Siberian Laika can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Hokkaido Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog energy level comparison:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	West Siberian Laika dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs need a lot of exercises.	West Siberian Laika dogs have an average exercise need.	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	West Siberian Laika dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Hokkaido Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	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 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 West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Karelian Bear Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The West Siberian Laika has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Hokkaido Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog coat comparison:	Dense	Soft	Thick
Colors What are the original Karelian Bear Dog, West Siberian Laika and Hokkaido Dog color?	Black White	Black Gray White Sable Pepper Salt	Black White Brindle Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Karelian Bear Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The West Siberian Laika requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Hokkaido Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or {name3 shedding:	Karelian Bear Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	West Siberian Laika dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	Medium ⏺ The Karelian Bear Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The West Siberian Laika has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika is an average drooler. See more.	The Hokkaido Dog is an average drooler. See more.

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	West Siberian Laika dogs are generally with other pets.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	West Siberian Laika dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Karelian Bear Dog or West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog?	Karelian Bear Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	West Siberian Laika dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	Yes Karelian Bear Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes West Siberian Laika dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hokkaido Dog 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.	West Siberian Laikas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Hokkaido Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika or Hokkaido Dog? 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.
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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 West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog?	Not really Karelian Bear Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really West Siberian Laika breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog 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 West Siberian Laika and Hokkaido Dog have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Karelian Bear Dog vs West Siberian Laika vs Hokkaido Dog 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 Nordic Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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