Jindos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Papimos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

South Korea

United States

Spitz-type

Papillon, American Eskimo

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brindle
Red
Gray
Black

White
Fawn

Jindos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Papimos have medium-length coats.

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.

A Papimo can have a litter of 4-6 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 Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation

Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Radiographs

Jindos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Papimos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Jindos are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Papimos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Hike, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Long walks, Snuggles, Yard play, Walking, Cuddles

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.

Papimos are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Papimo, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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.

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Papimo feed 1 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 cost of a Papimo is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 average per month expenses of a Papimo is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Jindo is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Papimo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Jindos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Papimos are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Jindos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Papimos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Jindos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Papimos are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.