Comparison: East Siberian Laika and Karelian Bear Dog

East Siberian Laika and Karelian Bear Dog are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

	East Siberian Laika	Karelian Bear Dog
FCI group	5. Spitz and primitive types	5. Spitz and primitive types
Country of origin	Russia	Finland
Category	Large	Medium
Weight	–	17–28 kg
Recognition features	Medium-size, strong compact dog with a rather big, very strong head Pricked V-shaped ears and a curled or sickle tail over the back Thick harsh coat forming a collar	Medium spitz, black with clear white markings on head, neck, chest and legs Erect ears and a tail curved over the back Independent and territorial big-game hunter
Coat	–	Harsh straight outer coat over a soft dense undercoat; black, dull or with brown nuances, with defined white markings.
Purpose	All-round hunting dog of the taiga and mountains of central and eastern Siberia.	Finnish hunter of elk and bear; tracks game and holds it at bay with barking until the hunter arrives.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.