Airedale Terrier vs Karelian Bear Dog

Compare the Airedale Terrier to the Karelian Bear Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Airedale Terriers and Karelian Bear Dogs.

Airedale Terrier vs Karelian Bear Dog
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
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General Details
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-13 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
19-24 Inches
Weight
40-65 Pounds
44-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Russia
Origin Year
1886 AD
900 AD
Temperament
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Traits
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-85 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
None
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-13 Years
Health Concerns
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Umbilical hernias
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Obesity
Dental problems
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Pituitary dwarfism
Baldness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Scruffy
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Airedale Terrier
Karelian Bear Dog
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
Grizzle and Tan
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