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Jindo
(Jindo Dog)
Kobe, the Jindo at age 5
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Pronunciation |
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Description |
The coat of the Jindo comes in white,
yellow, red, red and white, tan, tan and white, black, black and tan, and
brindle. |
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Temperament |
The Jindo is a medium-sized spitz-type dog
that originated from the Jindo Island in Korea. Similar in appearance to the
smaller Shiba Inu and the larger Akita, they were originally bred for hunting
game as small as rodents to as large as deer. Almost all Jindos possess strong
wills (even the ones that seem deceptively compliant) and have independent
minds. They love to roam and are quite the free spirits. They think they know
best and can be very protective of their loved ones and territory. Because of
these traits, Jindos are not recommended for inexperienced owners. Like most
independent breeds, they need (and thrive under) firm but loving handling and
consistency. An owner who has earned the respect of his/her Jindo will be
rewarded with unsurpassed loyalty and obedience. As with all breeds, the Jindo
temperament varies with the quality of breeding and environment. The typical
Jindo is very affectionate with its loved ones and reserved with strangers. A
typical Jindo will not show affection towards people it has just met. At their
most expressive, they are friendly in a gentle way. They are excellent watchdogs
and will guard the home and family to the death if necessary. Early
socialization to friendly strangers, other dogs, cats, and especially children
is strongly recommended because Jindos are instinctively protective and have
high prey drives. Because of their prey drives, they are usually not reliable
around smaller animals such as hamsters and rabbits. In Korea, there are no
leash laws and Jindos are allowed to roam freely. Their
only aggression seems to be directed at other dogs and only as a means of
establishing dominance or territories. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs: 18 – 25 inches (48-65 cm.)
Bitches: 16 – 22 inches (41-58 cm.)
Weight: Dogs 35 – 50 pounds (16-23 kg) Bitches: 25 – 40 pounds (11-18 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
The Jindo is a relatively healthy dog.
Hypothyroidism can be a problem. |
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Living Conditions |
The Jindo should be allowed to live indoors
with the family as opposed to being relegated to the yard where he might get
into mischief out of boredom or loneliness. Jindos have been known to scale
walls or fences that were 8 feet high. As independent as he is, his first desire
is to be with his owner. As long as they are sufficiently walked, Jindos can be
pleasant apartment dwellers due to their natural fastidiousness. Jindos will
groom themselves like cats to keep themselves clean. They are very easy to
housetrain. |
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Exercise |
Jindos need room to move. These dogs
love to roam and investigate their territory (which to them, is fairly
expansive). Unless well-trained on recall, it is highly recommended that Jindos
be walked on lead at all times because of their prey drive. A minimum of two, 30-minute
brisk
walks are necessary and should be enough to keep a Jindo happy. Although Jindos are not
famous for their fetching abilities, they can be trained to fetch which is also
an excellent form of exercise. Playing tug-of-war with a Jindo is not
recommended unless the owner is assured victory. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years |
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Grooming |
The Jindo has a double coat that sheds
heavily twice a year. During the shedding season, extra care must be given to
the coat. Warm baths can help the process along. Daily brushing is necessary to
remove the undercoat. Otherwise, be prepared for rolling tumbleweeds of
undercoat. |
| Origin |
The Jindo was originally bred on the Island
of Jindo in Southwest Korea several centuries ago. They were bred to hunt wild
boars, rabbits, badgers, and deer, working in groups or on their own. It is
characteristic for the Jindo to bring down its prey, then to return to its owner
to lead him/her to its catch. Jindos first started to appear in the United
States in the 1980s. The Jindo is protected by Korean Law as a national
monument. Their legendary loyalty and affection for their masters, fastidious
nature, high intelligence, and unfailing courage have made the Jindo the most
popular breed of dog in Korea. |
Group |
The AKC does not recognize the Jindo breed.
However, since they were originally bred for hunting and helping their owners on
farms, they could be considered a working breed. |
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Recognition |
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Credit: Jong Seung Lee/Jae Kyung Song
Photo courtesy of The Jindo Club of America
Heyou
Credit: Mu Jong Woo
Photo courtesy of The Jindo Club of America
Credit: metro.seoul
Photo courtesy of The Jindo Club of America
Victoria, the three week old Jindo Puppy
Victoria, the three week old Jindo Puppy
Jindo Pictures Page
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