LEXINGTON, Ky. - Karelian got a great forward trip under Julien Leparoux and had plenty in reserve to turn back a sustained run by favored Court Vision and avenge a bitter defeat in the Grade 1, ...

Originating from Scandinavia and formalized as a breed in 1946, Karelian Bear Dogs are known for being calm with humans while being courageous in hunting or dealing with large prey such as bears and ...

Outside the Interior Alaska community of Delta Junction, firefighters have been working to contain wildfires for weeks. And as if that job wasn't hard enough, some crews are having trouble with bears.

Lake Tahoe promises a few things: falling snow, tall trees, breathtaking views and bears. Living in the Tahoe Basin comes with responsibility. Residents must understand the surrounding wildlife and do ...

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has four active-duty Karelian Bear Dogs. The dogs cost about $4,000 and come from the Wind River Bear Institute in Montana. WDFW’s Karelian dog program ...

Although the phrase "what a difference a year makes" is a tad trite, in the case of Grade 1 winner Karelian, it is also very much true. The records show that the handsome bay horse retired from racing ...

The Karelian bear dog is a medium-sized spitz dog breed popular in Finland and best known for their courageous ability to hunt large and sometimes dangerous game. They're also known for their thick, ...

When dozens of polar bears descended upon the northern Russian archipelago of Novaya Zemlya, no one was sure what to do. The bears entered homes and public buildings, and people were afraid to go ...