How to Identify a Korean Jindo

The Jindo, also called the Korean Jindo or Korea Jindo Dog to distinguish it from its homeland, is a spitz-type breed assigned to the non-sporting group. [1] Originally from the island of Jindo off the South Korean coast, they were bred for being keen hunters by their owners within the island. [2] As one of several spitz breeds with their roots in Asia, Jindos have much in common with other dogs, but they do have several unique traits. By learning what makes them differ from these other breeds, this wikiHow will help you identify a Jindo.

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Taking Note of the Structure

  1. Jindos are medium in size. They can weigh anywhere from 30 to 50 pounds (14 to 23 kg) and stand at 18–22 inches (46–56 cm) in height. [3]
  2. A Jindo's head is triangular in shape while being rather blunt-edged. While maintaining a proportionate size to the body, it is medium-sized with a tapering topskull nearing the eyes that is rounded a small amount. It barely has a furrow, but the stop is pronounced clearly, and the width of the distance from ear to ear is proportionate to the head's overall size. [4]
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  3. The eyes of a Jindo are almond-shaped and, when compared to the head, a bit small. They are generally a darker shade of brown when it comes to color. With slanted outside corners, they appear full of liveliness. [5]
  4. Jindos have thick ears that are medium in set and carried erect. Resembling triangles in shape, they are medium-sized and point a small bit in a straight forward direction. The coat on the insides of the ears is typically dense-feeling but still quite soft. [6]
  5. A Jindo's muzzle does not face in a direction upward, nor does it suggest bulkiness in build. However, it has narrowing cheeks that are somewhat rounded and thin, close-lying lips of black pigmentation. The nose also tends to be black in color, with the exception of white dogs, which may have flesh-colored noses instead. The strong teeth meet in a scissors bite. [7]
  6. The front and back paws of a Jindo are identical, though the back paws generally have any dewclaws removed. Being thickly padded, they are like those of a cat, meaning they are round. The nails are usually black but may be other colors and denote strength. The toes are drawn tightly and compactly together and are a fairly short length. [8]
  7. Being greatly coated with feathering, a Jindo's tail appears rolled or in the shape of a sickle, though it is never overly resembling a curl. The tip is set so that it hits the dog's flank or back, but if it hangs down, it would be such a length as to reach the hocks from its fairly high-set position. Its root is straight-set and remains still. [9]
  8. Jindos are strong, proportionate, agile, and just barely longer than they are tall. They have a thick neck, laid-back shoulders, a chest that is a bit deep, ribs of good spring, straight legs that stand parallel from a back or front view, a strong back, and a bit of a tuckup. Their gait is commonly a trot comprised of steady movements that convey much power. [10]
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Inspecting the Coat

  1. Having both an outer coat and undercoat, Jindos are well-double coated. The stiff outer coat stands up to seem away from the body a bit, while the undercoat gives support to the outer coat. The undercoat is typically light-colored and rather dense, being soft in texture. [11]
  2. A Jindo's coat length varies on different parts of the body. While the rump, back, withers, and neck have longer hair, the hair on the ears, head, body, and legs is a comparatively short length. Being feathered, the longest part of the coat is on the dog's tail, with the exception of the thighs' backs, where the coat is the same length as the tail feathering. [12]
  3. Jindos can be either solid-colored or patterned. A dog with a solid coat may be black, wolf grey, red fawn, or white, while one with a patterned coat may be brindle or black and tan. [13]
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Checking Temperament

  1. Though highly intelligent, Jindos are stubborn and independent, only learning what they want to learn. They may act dominant and need an owner willing to take charge. [14]

    Did you know? Jindos are rather independent, like many hunting breeds, and their renowned hunting was what they were first bred for. Nowadays, they are recognized as a national treasure of Korea and even made an appearance during the Olympic Games that took place in Seoul in 1988. [15]

  2. As Jindos are wary around strangers, this may grow to aggression without proper training. They also tend to act dominant or with aggression toward other dogs and will chase other small animals. [16]
    • Do not confuse this with impulsivity, however. Jindos seldom show unwarranted aggression and are naturally cautious. [17]
  3. Jindos are known to be vastly loyal to and protective of their families, showing them much affection. This makes it difficult for them to bond with new owners as the bond with their first owner is very strong. [18]
  4. Due to being highly alert, protective, and loyal, Jindos make great watchdogs. They are fearless and will not hesitate to risk their life to protect their families. [19]
  5. As a traditionally working breed, Jindos need regular opportunities to exercise. They are athletic, full of energy, and enjoy activities such as canine sports. [20]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/jindo/
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      4. ↑ http://www.fci.be/Nomenclature/Standards/334g05-en.pdf
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      5. ↑ https://www.dogtemperament.com/korean-jindo-temperament/
      6. ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/jindo/
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