Jindo dog

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 White(baekgu) Jindo dogs



Jindo Dog

Jindo dog is a natural dog of Jindo island of Korea. This dog is descendant of dogs which was raised by stone age people. In 1962, the south Korean government designated Jindo dog as a natural monument No.53. Also, it is designated as the animal for protecting and fostering in international in 1995. Jindo dog is the one of 4 indigenous dogs with Poonsan dog, Sapsal dog, and Donggyeong dog.

Jindo's height is usually 45-53cm. The head looks like octagon and ears are stood sharply. Eyes are triangle and shined like a star. Jindo dog can be distinguished by different hair colors. There are 5 different types; white(Baekgu), fawn(Hwangu), gray, orange, and black. The white one and orange one are native dogs.

Jindo dog is sensitive and brave. When he meets wild boar in the mountain, he doesn't afraid of it. He tries to attack wild animal, even though the wild animals are bigger than him. He is also good at watching house because his loyalty and obedience are really strong. In Korea, Jindo dog is representative of loyalty. If you don't raise Jindo dog from his birth, Jindo dog will often escape from your house. Since Jindo dog cannot forget his the first owner easily.

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Baby Jindo dogs

Jindo dog has babies twice a year. Each time, Jondo dog usually has 3-8 cute babies!