Jindo Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Jindo is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Jindos are very good watchdogs. They are a vocal breed, and are wary of outsiders, so if someone approaches your home or aims to intrude, the Jindo is going to make sure everyone knows about it.

South Korea

Spitz-type

Unknown

Brown

Black

White
Brindle
Red
Gray
Black

The coat of a Jindo dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Jindo can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hypothyroidism

Hip Dysplasia

Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests

Jindos are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

The Jindo dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Jindos are known to bark very little or not at all. They tend to be very quiet and do not bark excessively. They may only bark in specific situations, such as when they need to alert their owner to something important or when they are in distress.

Walking, Sniffing, Dog Parks, Hiking, Road, Walk, Run

Jindos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jindo, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jindos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Jindo is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Jindo should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 40-51 pound (18 - 23 kg) Jindo feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Jindo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jindo is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Jindo breed is considered highly intelligent and very easy to train.

Jindos are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

The Jindo is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Jindo is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Jindo dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.