Karelian Bear Dog vs Mountain Cur

Compare the Karelian Bear Dog to the Mountain Cur. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Karelian Bear Dogs and Mountain Curs.

Karelian Bear Dog vs Mountain Cur
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
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General Details
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-13 Years
14-16 Years
Height
19-24 Inches
16-26 Inches
Weight
44-50 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Origin Country
Russia
United States
Origin Year
900 AD
1957 AD
Temperament
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Personality
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Traits
Aggressive
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
35-85 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
26 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
Yes
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
Yes
Breed Focus
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Above Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Average Lifespan
12-13 Years
14-16 Years
Health Concerns
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Obesity
Dental problems
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Pituitary dwarfism
Baldness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Karelian Bear Dog
Mountain Cur
Breed Colors
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