Which is Better between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler? A Very Detailed Review.

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Karelian Bear Dog Versus Rottweiler: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler? 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler 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 Karelian Bear Dog and for the Rottweiler. 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Karelian Bear Dog or the Rottweiler.

Karelian Bear Dog versus Rottweiler: Overview

Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are similar in size. The Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are Working Dogs. This means both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler 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.

Karelian Bear Dog versus Rottweiler: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Karelian Bear Dog to the Rottweiler 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler

Factor Karelian Bear Dog Rottweiler
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 2/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 8 to 11 years
Height 19 to 24 inches 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 1/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Weight 44 to 50 pounds 85 to 130 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 9.5 years
Average Price $1350 $1740
Price Range $1400 – $1400 $1300 – $2000
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 84.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination (note minimum age of 24 months as requested by ARC effective 8/1/16)
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Laryngeal Paralysis & Polyneuropathy (JLPP)
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Karelian Bear Dog 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 Rottweiler. 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 Karelian Bear Dog is 66 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Rottweiler is 69 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Rottweiler is a better pet than the Karelian Bear Dog. So, you should get the Rottweiler!

    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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler

    Below is a list of where the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are most different:

  • Karelian Bear Dogs do not have the tendency to drool. However, Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Karelian Bear Dogs are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Rottweilers gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Karelian Bear Dogs can tolerate cold weather. However, Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Karelian Bear Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Rottweilers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    • The Similarities Between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler

    The Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are most similar:

  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler are very playful.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Karelian Bear Dog versus Rottweiler

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler.

    Karelian Bear Dogs weigh 44 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Karelian Bear Dogs are 19 to 24 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Rottweilers weigh 85 to 130 pounds when fully grown. Rottweilers are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Karelian Bear Dog versus Rottweiler

    The lifespan of Karelian Bear Dogs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Karelian Bear Dogs is 11.5 years.

    The lifespan of Rottweilers is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Rottweilers is 9.5 years.

    Karelian Bear Dogs live longer than Rottweilers.

    Temperament of the Karelian Bear Dog Versus the Rottweiler

    The Karelian Bear Dog has a better temperament than the Rottweiler.

    This is because the temperament score for the Karelian Bear Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Rottweiler is 84.7 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 100.0 percent, the Karelian Bear Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 84.7 percent, the Rottweiler has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler by measuring the temperaments of 3 Karelian Bear Dogs and 6012 Rottweilers.

    Price of Karelian Bear Dog versus Price of Rottweiler

    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 a Karelian Bear Dog can be as low as $900 and as high as $1400. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 9 Karelian Bear Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Rottweiler puppy is $1740. The price of the Rottweiler typically ranges from $1300 – $2000. However, the price of the Rottweiler can be as low as $100 and as high as $4650. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 365 Rottweiler puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Rottweiler is more expensive than the Karelian Bear Dog.

    Karelian Bear Dog Rottweiler
    Average Price $1350 $1740
    Price Range $1400 to $1400 $1300 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Karelian Bear Dog and Rottweiler. For different price points, the charts show how many Karelian Bear Dog puppies or how many Rottweiler puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Karelian Bear Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Karelian Bear Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Rottweilers

    A breakdown of the prices of Rottweilers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Karelian Bear Dog puppy or the Rottweiler 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: Karelian Bear Dog versus Rottweiler

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Rottweilers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Karelian Bear Dogs shed more than Rottweilers?

    Karelian Bear Dogs shed moderately.

    Rottweilers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Rottweiler

    Karelian Bear Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Rottweilers have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Rottweiler?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Rottweilers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Karelian Bear Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Rottweiler?

    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.

    Rottweilers 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 Karelian Bear Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Rottweilers?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Rottweilers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Rottweilers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Karelian Bear Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Rottweilers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Karelian Bear Dog vs. Rottweiler

    Karelian Bear Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Rottweilers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Rottweilers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Karelian Bear Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Rottweilers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Rottweiler?

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Rottweilers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Karelian Bear Dogs good family dogs? What about Rottweilers?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Rottweilers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Karelian Bear Dogs and Rottweilers?

    Karelian Bear Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Rottweilers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Karelian Bear Dog Easier to Train than the Rottweiler?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are not easy to train.

    Rottweilers are very easy to train.

    Is the Karelian Bear Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Rottweiler?

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Rottweilers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Rottweiler?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Rottweilers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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:

  • Mountain Cur (77 percent match with Karelian Bear Dog). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Mountain Cur.
  • Treeing Walker Coonhound (76 percent match with Karelian Bear Dog). Here is our comparison of the Rottweiler vs Treeing Walker Coonhound.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rottweiler

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Rottweiler 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 Rottweiler:

  • Boxer (75 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Karelian Bear Dog vs Boxer.
  • Portuguese Pointer (74 percent match with Rottweiler). Here is our comparison of the Karelian Bear Dog vs Portuguese Pointer.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Karelian Bear Dog and how the Rottweiler compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Karelian Bear Dog and of the Rottweiler to other breeds:

    Karelian Bear Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Karelian Bear Dog versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Cairn Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Karelian Bear Dog versus Maltipoo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Shetland Sheepdog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Westiepoo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Greyhound     Karelian Bear Dog versus Spinone Italiano     Karelian Bear Dog versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Tibetan Spaniel     Karelian Bear Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Boxerdoodle     Karelian Bear Dog versus Portuguese Pointer     Karelian Bear Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Bull Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Stabyhoun     Karelian Bear Dog versus Miniature Pinscher     Karelian Bear Dog versus Borzoi     Karelian Bear Dog versus Westiepoo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Pug     Karelian Bear Dog versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Biewer Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus American Eskimo Dog     Karelian Bear Dog versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Karelian Bear Dog versus Chi-Poo     

    Rottweiler Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Rottweiler versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Rottweiler versus Mudi     Rottweiler versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Rottweiler versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Rottweiler versus Vizsla     Rottweiler versus Hovawart     Rottweiler versus Shiloh Shepherd     Rottweiler versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Rottweiler versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Rottweiler versus Bordoodle     Rottweiler versus Yorkipoo     Rottweiler versus Finnish Spitz     Rottweiler versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Rottweiler versus Vizsla     Rottweiler versus Bedlington Terrier     Rottweiler versus Redbone Coonhound     Rottweiler versus Morkie     Rottweiler versus Finnish Spitz     Rottweiler versus Brittany     Rottweiler versus Lakeland Terrier     Rottweiler versus Papipoo     Rottweiler versus Jack Russell Terrier     Rottweiler versus Lhasapoo     Rottweiler versus Saluki     Rottweiler versus Dalmatian     

    Conclusion: Karelian Bear Dog versus Rottweiler. 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 Karelian Bear Dog and the Rottweiler better suits you and your family.