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Jindo

     
group: spitz height: m 20-21.5" / 50-55cm, ideal 20.5-21" / 53-54 cm
f 17.5-20"/ 45-50 cm, ideal 18.5-19"/ 48-49 cm
height of a Jindo dog
types: weight: m 39.5-50.5 lbs,
18-23 kg;
f 33-42 lbs, 15-19 kg
colors: red fawn, red-brown, white, black, black and tan, wolf grey and brindle
physical traits:  
hair type: double-coated. soft, dense, light-colored undercoat. stiff stand off outer coat
personality/
temperament:
agile, strong, alert, proud, dominant, dignified, brave, careful, loyal to master, protective of family, aloof. some can be aggressive or overly shy
maintenance/
special needs:

hard to train, requires extra exercise
nickname: Korean Jindo Dog, Jindo-Kae, Jindo-Kyon
origination: Korea
bred for: hunting
identifying traits: sickle-shaped tail
ideal for: hunting, watchdog, one person, cooler climates, not good with other pets, not good for city life
good with kids? no
life expectancy: 12-13 yrs  
of interest: considered a ’National Treasure’ in country of origin
health concerns :  
kennel clubs: fci, arba-(spitz dog group- Asian Spitz), uk-(northern dog breed group)
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