Karelian Bear Dog vs Xoloitzcuintle

Compare Karelian Bear Dog and Xoloitzcuintle side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Karelian Bear Dog

Xoloitzcuintle

Breed type

Purebred

Height

51 – 57 cm

25 – 60 cm

Weight

20 – 24 kg

4 – 25 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 13 years

12 – 15 years

Child friendly

3/5

Energy level

4/5

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

4/5

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Karelian Bear Dog

High energy

Easy to train

Medium

Xoloitzcuintle

Medium

Summary

About Karelian Bear Dog

The Karelian Bear Dog is a medium, powerful Nordic spitz bred to track and hold large game. Loyal and often one-person oriented, it is brave, vocal, and naturally watchful. It needs extensive daily exercise, mental work, and consistent, calm training to thrive as an active companion.

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About Xoloitzcuintle

Ancient Mexican breed linked to Aztec culture, the Xoloitzcuintle is a hairless or short‑coated dog in three sizes. Calm, loyal, and watchful, it bonds closely with family and excels as a gentle companion and alert watchdog, needing skin care, socialization, and moderate exercise.

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