Differences and Similarities between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier.

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Karelian Bear Dog Versus Scottish Terrier: Introduction

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

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

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 Scottish Terrier.

Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Karelian Bear Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Scottish Terrier is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Scottish Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Karelian Bear Dog to the Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier

Factor Karelian Bear Dog Scottish Terrier
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 13 years 11 to 13 years
Height 19 to 24 inches Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
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 4/5
Weight 44 to 50 pounds 18 to 22 pounds
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 2/5
Average Lifespan 11.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1350 $1750
Price Range $1400 – $1400 $1398 – $2000
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 65.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • OFA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
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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 Scottish Terrier. 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 Scottish Terrier is 77 out of 125.

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

    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 Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier

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

  • Karelian Bear Dogs do not get along well with other dogs. However, Scottish Terriers get along well with other dogs.

    • The Similarities Between the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier

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

  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are not easy to train.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier are very playful.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.

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

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

    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, Scottish Terriers weigh 18 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier

    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 Scottish Terriers is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Terriers is 12.0 years.

    Scottish Terriers live longer than Karelian Bear Dogs.

    Temperament of the Scottish Terrier Versus the Karelian Bear Dog

    The Karelian Bear Dog has a better temperament than the Scottish Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Karelian Bear Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Scottish Terrier is 65.7 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 65.7 percent, the Scottish Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Karelian Bear Dog and the Scottish Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 3 Karelian Bear Dogs and 35 Scottish Terriers.

    Price of Karelian Bear Dog versus Price of Scottish Terrier

    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 Scottish Terrier puppy is $1750. The price of the Scottish Terrier typically ranges from $1398 – $2000. However, the price of the Scottish Terrier can be as low as $800 and as high as $3750. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 115 Scottish Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Scottish Terrier is more expensive than the Karelian Bear Dog.

    Karelian Bear Dog Scottish Terrier
    Average Price $1350 $1750
    Price Range $1400 to $1400 $1398 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Karelian Bear Dog and Scottish Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Karelian Bear Dog puppies or how many Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Terriers

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

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Scottish Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Karelian Bear Dogs shed more than Scottish Terriers?

    Karelian Bear Dogs shed moderately.

    Scottish Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Karelian Bear Dog or the Scottish Terrier

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

    Scottish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Karelian Bear Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Scottish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Scottish Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Karelian Bear Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Terriers?

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

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

    Can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Karelian Bear Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Scottish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Karelian Bear Dog vs. Scottish Terrier

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

    Scottish Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Karelian Bear Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Scottish Terriers 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 Scottish Terrier?

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

    Scottish Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Karelian Bear Dogs good family dogs? What about Scottish Terriers?

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

    Scottish Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Karelian Bear Dogs and Scottish Terriers?

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

    Scottish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Karelian Bear Dog Easier to Train than the Scottish Terrier?

    Karelian Bear Dogs are not easy to train.

    Scottish Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Karelian Bear Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Terrier?

    Karelian Bear Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Scottish Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

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

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Terrier

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Scottish Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Karelian Bear Dog vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Puli (79 percent match with Scottish Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Karelian Bear Dog vs Puli.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Karelian Bear Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Karelian Bear Dog versus Komondor     Karelian Bear Dog versus Pyredoodle     Karelian Bear Dog versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Leonberger     Karelian Bear Dog versus Beaglier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Westiepoo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Kishu Ken     Karelian Bear Dog versus Affenpinscher     Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus Westiepoo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Borzoi     Karelian Bear Dog versus Boxerdoodle     Karelian Bear Dog versus Brussels Griffon     Karelian Bear Dog versus Peek A Poo     Karelian Bear Dog versus Shiranian     Karelian Bear Dog versus Australian Shepherd     Karelian Bear Dog versus Papillon     Karelian Bear Dog versus Chow Chow     Karelian Bear Dog versus Tibetan Mastiff     Karelian Bear Dog versus Lancashire Heeler     Karelian Bear Dog versus English Toy Spaniel     Karelian Bear Dog versus English Toy Spaniel     Karelian Bear Dog versus American Bulldog     Karelian Bear Dog versus Yorkshire Terrier     Karelian Bear Dog versus French Spaniel     

    Scottish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel     Scottish Terrier versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Scottish Terrier versus Irish Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Mastiff     Scottish Terrier versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Scottish Terrier versus Collie     Scottish Terrier versus King Shepherd     Scottish Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle     Scottish Terrier versus Greyhound     Scottish Terrier versus Plott     Scottish Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Scottish Terrier versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Scottish Terrier versus Cesky Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Papillon     Scottish Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Puggle     Scottish Terrier versus Akita Chow     Scottish Terrier versus Kuvasz     Scottish Terrier versus Cockalier     Scottish Terrier versus Schipperke     Scottish Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel     Scottish Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren     Scottish Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Scottish Terrier versus Cavachon     Scottish Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer     

    Conclusion: Karelian Bear Dog versus Scottish Terrier. 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 Scottish Terrier better suits you and your family.