Polar bears are cute, to be sure, but you can’t really have them at home. Luckily, there are a few dog breeds that are just as white and fluffy as they are! By
Remember, when getting a dog, it’s not all about the looks! It’s very important to do your research and make sure that their personalities and needs match your lifestyle!
The Top 20 Dogs That Look Like Polar Bears
The American Eskimo weighs only 9 to 15 pounds, so think: the cuddly toy version of a polar bear. He is playful and perky and loves nothing more than to play ball all day long. He is very intelligent and can outsmart his owner easily. He’ll keep you on your toes, and there’ll never be a dull moment with him around.
The Samoyed is the American Eskimo’s big brother. He weighs 35 to 65 pounds and most of that is his out-of-this-world fluffy coat. The corners of his mouth turn upwards, which prevents him from drooling. So, if you hate doggy drool but love big dogs, he could be your saving grace. He is friendly and gentle and makes a great family pet for younger families.
The Chow Chow has many coat colors. When he sports the cream coat, this little floofer could easily be mistaken for a polar bear, especially when he sticks his tongue out. The Chow Chow is one of two dog breeds that has a blue tongue similar to the bluey-black tongue of the polar bear. He is a challenging dog who is very protective, so you need to be an experienced dog owner.
The Great Pyrenees is a giant dog breed who lives on the snowy mountain tops of the Pyrenees. He is used to protect flocks of sheep against wolves, so it could be an even match if he came head to head with a polar bear. He is very patient, calm, and despite his enormous size, he makes a great canine sibling for young children.
The Pomeranian is the smallest dog on this list, weighing only 3 to 7 pounds, and half of that is his coat. When he sports the white jacket, he looks like a little polar bear cub. Bold, lively, and curious best describes this little pocket rocket. You will need to match his energy; otherwise, he will quickly become bored and naughty.
Berger Blanc Suisse
Also known as the White Swiss Shepherd Dog or the Snowy Shepherd, he is a graceful and majestic pooch. He is a separate breed from the White Shepherd and the white German Shepherd, and he is quite rare in America. Very friendly and affectionate, he makes a fantastic cuddle buddy on a cold evening.
The all-white Siberian Husky is a stunning pooch and known as the canine king of the ice. Made to pull heavily laden sleds over long icy distances, you should know that the white Husky needs a high amount of exercise. He is a mischievous and outgoing dog who loves to be the soul of the party.
The Akbash dog originates from Turkey, used to guard his master’s flocks. A courageous dog who would never back down in the face of danger, he looks like a polar bear and is just as ferocious as one when he needs to be. He is not very tolerant of children and enjoys his own company, making him a suitable companion for those who prefer less needy dogs.
The standard-sized Poodle, when not given the pompon haircut, has seriously curly and voluptuous hair that makes him look much bigger than he is. He is seriously smart and energetic, not the typical lapdog that everyone thinks he is.
The German Shepherd comes in many more colors than his typical black and tan coat, and on rare occasions, he sports the all-white coat. The German Shepherd is one of the most loyal dogs around and would do anything to please his master. Very intelligent, active, and powerful, this guy needs plenty of mental and physical stimulation.
This little guy looks a lot like the American Eskimo listed above, just a bit bigger. He is also playful and smart, and so white that he could easily camouflage himself in the snow. Full of life and love for his family, he is a doggy delight. He would prefer to live with an active family hiking up mountains and getting up to all sorts of mischief.
A rare dog breed in America, he hails from the Tatra mountains of Slovakia. According to tradition, he was bred to have a bright white coat so that his master could distinguish him from large predators in the night. He is a fearless flock keeper who could easily be mistaken for a polar bear with his gleaming shaggy coat.
Great Pyrenees
There is no other way to start this list than the ultimate polar bear dog–the Great Pyrenees. These dogs are as close to a polar bear that you will probably ever get. They have a thick double coat that is typically white, light grey, or light tan in color. Male Great Pyrenees typically weigh 100lbs or more. Between the size and color of these dogs, it is pretty easy to mistake them for a polar bear. There have actually been multiple occasions over history where hikers have mistaken these family pets for actual polar bears.
That being said, these dogs do not have the vicious nature of a polar bear. These dogs are notoriously gentle giants as they are known for being affectionate and calm. So, if you want an animal pretty much identical to a polar bear but with a friendly disposition, a Great Pyrenees is a perfect choice.
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