While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Carkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Karelian Bear Dog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Assertive

Brave
Loyal
Tenacious
Cautious
Independent
Territorial

Carkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Carkies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

Cairn Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Spitz

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Sable

Black
White

Carkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

A Carkie can have a litter of 2-10 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.

While the Carkie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Periodontal Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

None

Pituitary Dwarfism

Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
T4 Concentration Test

OFA
CERF
Physical Examination

Carkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Carkies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Karelian Bear Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Carkies 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.

Carkie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

Play, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Cuddling, Car rides, Walks, Talking, Play keep away, Tag, Wrestling, Play fetch, Tug rope, Go for walk, Run with kids, Snuggles, Adventures, Racing, Dog Parks

Fetch, Walk, Run

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Carkie, 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.

Ideally, Carkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Karelian Bear Dog should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Carkie feed 1 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.

The average cost of a Carkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Karelian Bear Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Carkie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Karelian Bear Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Carkie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

The Carkie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Karelian Bear Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Carkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Karelian Bear Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.