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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Comparison - Dog breed selector: Nihon Supittsu or Chindo or Tiger Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Japanese Spitz Korean Jindo Kai Ken
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Group Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Nihon Supittsu Chindo
Jin Dog
Jindo
Jindo Gae
Jindo Gu
Jindogae
Korean Jindo Dog
Tiger Dog
Tora Inu
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which is the smallest dog, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Small Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Korean Jindo? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken weight comparison:
11-20 pounds (5-10 kg) Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg) Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
15.5 pounds (7.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which is more expensive?
$500-$800 $300-$400 $1400-$1600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Korean Jindo dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Kai Ken is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken trainability comparison.
Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Kai Ken dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs.
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Korean Jindo dogs are good watchdogs.
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Kai Ken dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Korean Jindo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kai Ken dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Proud
Companionable
Active
Intelligent
Loyal
Bold
Faithful
Brave
Agile
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Brave
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Korean Jindo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Kai Ken dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?
High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Korean Jindo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Kai Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken social needs comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Korean Jindo dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Kai Ken dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Korean Jindo dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Kai Ken is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Korean Jindo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Kai Ken dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken playfulness comparison:
The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed.
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The Korean Jindo is a playful breed.
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The Kai Ken is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?
A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Korean Jindo barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Kai Ken is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Korean Jindo breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Kai Ken indoors.

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Korean Jindo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Kai Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Korean Jindo dogs handle alone time quite well.
Kai Ken dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Korean Jindo bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kai Ken bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Korean Jindo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kai Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken mouthiness comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Korean Jindo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kai Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken health comparison. Which is the healthier: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?
The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Korean Jindos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Kai Kens are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken health problems comparison:
Patellar Luxation
Runny Eyes
No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Korean Jindo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Kai Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken lifespan comparison. How long do Japanese Spitz, Korean Jindo and Kai Ken breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-16 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Korean Jindo: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Kai Ken: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Korean Jindo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kai Ken can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken energy level comparison:
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Korean Jindo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Kai Ken dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Korean Jindo dogs have an average exercise need.
Kai Ken dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Japanese Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Korean Jindo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Kai Ken dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Korean Jindo has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Kai Ken has an average risk for obesity.
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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken coat comparison:
Thick Dense
Double
Dense
Soft
Thick
Double
Colors
What are the original Japanese Spitz, Korean Jindo and Kai Ken color?
White Black
Gray
White
Brindle
Black & Tan
Red Fawn
Black
Red
Brindle
Black & Red
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Korean Jindo doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Kai Ken doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or {name3 shedding:
Japanese Spitz dogs shed moderately.
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Korean Jindo dogs shed moderately.
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Kai Ken dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?

Medium

The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Korean Jindo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Kai Ken has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Korean Jindo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Kai Ken drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Korean Jindo dogs are generally with other pets.
Kai Ken dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which dog is more friendly?
Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Kai Ken dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Korean Jindo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kai Ken dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Kai Ken dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken?
Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Kai Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?
Yes
Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Korean Jindo dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Kai Ken dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Korean Jindo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kai Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Korean Jindos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Kai Kens are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Japanese Spitz or Korean Jindo or Kai Ken? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken?

Not really

Japanese Spitz breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Korean Jindo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Kai Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Japanese Spitz and Korean Jindo and Kai Ken have?
1-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies

Japanese Spitz vs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
No data available America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service

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