Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Karelian Bear Dog: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog
- Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Karelian Bear Dog
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Karelian Bear Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Karelian Bear Dogs?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Karelian Bear Dog?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Karelian Bear Dogs?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Karelian Bear Dog
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Karelian Bear Dogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Karelian Bear Dogs?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Karelian Bear Dog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Karelian Bear Dog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Karelian Bear Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chinese Crested and for the Karelian Bear Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog.
Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Karelian Bear Dog is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Karelian Bear Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested to the Karelian Bear Dog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Karelian Bear Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 13 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 19 to 24 inches |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 44 to 50 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 11.5 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $1350 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $1400 – $1400 |
| Temperament Score | 76.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinese Crested in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Karelian Bear Dog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Karelian Bear Dog is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Karelian Bear Dog. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog
Below is a list of where the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog
The Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Karelian Bear Dogs weigh 44 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Karelian Bear Dogs are 19 to 24 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Karelian Bear Dogs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dogs is 11.5 years.
Chinese Cresteds live longer than Karelian Bear Dogs.
Temperament of the Chinese Crested Versus the Karelian Bear Dog
The Karelian Bear Dog has a better temperament than the Chinese Crested.
This is because the temperament score for the Karelian Bear Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Chinese Crested is 76.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 76.5 percent, the Chinese Crested has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Karelian Bear Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog by measuring the temperaments of 34 Chinese Cresteds and 3 Karelian Bear Dogs.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Karelian Bear Dog
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Karelian Bear Dog puppy is $1350. The price of the Karelian Bear Dog typically ranges from $1400 – $1400. However, the price of the Karelian Bear Dog can be as low as $900 and as high as $1400. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 9 Karelian Bear Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Chinese Crested is more expensive than the Karelian Bear Dog.
| Chinese Crested | Karelian Bear Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $1350 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $1400 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Karelian Bear Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Karelian Bear Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Karelian Bear Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested puppy or the Karelian Bear Dog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Karelian Bear Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Karelian Bear Dogs?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Karelian Bear Dogs shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Karelian Bear Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Karelian Bear Dogs are very easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Karelian Bear Dog?
Chinese Cresteds have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Karelian Bear Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Karelian Bear Dogs?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Karelian Bear Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Karelian Bear Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Karelian Bear Dog
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Karelian Bear Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Karelian Bear Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Karelian Bear Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Karelian Bear Dogs?
Chinese Cresteds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Karelian Bear Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Karelian Bear Dogs?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Karelian Bear Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Karelian Bear Dog?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Karelian Bear Dogs are not easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Karelian Bear Dog?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Karelian Bear Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Karelian Bear Dog?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Karelian Bear Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chinese Crested:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Karelian Bear Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Karelian Bear Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Karelian Bear Dog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Karelian Bear Dog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Karelian Bear Dog to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chinese Crested versus Fila Brasileiro Chinese Crested versus Basenji Chinese Crested versus Pomapoo Chinese Crested versus Canaan Dog Chinese Crested versus Lhasapoo Chinese Crested versus Boxer Chinese Crested versus Pug Chinese Crested versus Cane Corso Chinese Crested versus English Springer Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Puggle Chinese Crested versus Pyrenean Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Silky Terrier Chinese Crested versus Skye Terrier Chinese Crested versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur Chinese Crested versus English Toy Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Korean Jindo Dog Chinese Crested versus English Cocker Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Mountain Cur Chinese Crested versus Belgian Malinois Chinese Crested versus Airedale Terrier Chinese Crested versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Shiloh Shepherd
Karelian Bear Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Karelian Bear Dog versus Lagotto Romagnolo Karelian Bear Dog versus Goldador Karelian Bear Dog versus English Toy Spaniel Karelian Bear Dog versus Beagle Karelian Bear Dog versus Keeshond Karelian Bear Dog versus Coton de Tulear Karelian Bear Dog versus Saluki Karelian Bear Dog versus West Highland White Terrier Karelian Bear Dog versus Clumber Spaniel Karelian Bear Dog versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Karelian Bear Dog versus Kishu Ken Karelian Bear Dog versus Stabyhoun Karelian Bear Dog versus Alaskan Klee Kai Karelian Bear Dog versus Bordoodle Karelian Bear Dog versus Pyrenean Mastiff Karelian Bear Dog versus West Highland White Terrier Karelian Bear Dog versus Frenchton Karelian Bear Dog versus Hovawart Karelian Bear Dog versus Swedish Vallhund Karelian Bear Dog versus Morkie Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier Karelian Bear Dog versus American Hairless Terrier Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier Karelian Bear Dog versus Pyrenean Mastiff Karelian Bear Dog versus Australian Kelpie
Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Karelian Bear Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chinese Crested and the Karelian Bear Dog better suits you and your family.