Dense and short COAT COLOR: Black with white markings LIFE SPAN: 11 to 13 years The most notable characteristic of a Karelian bear dog is their fearlessness. Though not a large canine, this dog is ...

Her 5-year-old daughter, Lela, can immediately detect bears in the vicinity. Both are Karelian bear dogs, a breed that helps keep bears away from humans. They are working in the Nagano Prefecture ...