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Karelian Bear Dog Club of America
"Dedicated to the recognition of the purebred KBD in North America, and the furthering of the breed and it's natural abilities."

Karelian Bear Dog
A comprehensive site based in Finland, with history, breeding standards and show results.

Wind River Bear Institute
The goal of Montana-based WRBI is to reduce human-bear conflicts and change how problem bears are handled - they use Karelian Bear Dogs extensively and breed their own line.

Karelian Bear Dog
This article by Ned Rozell of the Alaska Science Forum describes the use of these dogs in American bear control programs.

California Karelians
This California breeder's site is loaded with photos and information about active Karelians.