Jindo Breed Profile

Description

The Jindo is a medium-sized, double coated spitz type dog. This dog has fully perked ears with a smooth coat.

Coloring

White, fawn, gray, black and brindle

Temperament

The Jindo is an independent dog that possesses a strong will and will try to get things their own way. These dogs like to roam and have a generally free spirit, but can be protective and territorial.

Origin

Jindos originate from Korea and were bred to hunt small game as well as rodents. The Korean Army used the Jindo breed as guard dogs, where it is said they can learn to recognize thousands of individual smells.

Care Level

Medium