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Name	Korean Jindo	Kai Ken	Shiba Inu
Origins	Korea	Japan	Japan
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chindo Jin Dog Jindo Jindo Gae Jindo Gu Jindogae Korean Jindo Dog	Tiger Dog Tora Inu	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Kai Ken? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:	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)	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	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)	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu height comparison:	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)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	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)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?	$300-$400	$1400-$1600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	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.	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Loyal Bold Faithful Brave	Agile Alert Intelligent Loyal Brave Reserved	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Korean Jindo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Kai Ken dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Average: Korean Jindo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kai Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:	Korean Jindo dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Kai Ken dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Korean Jindo dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Kai Ken is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Korean Jindo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kai Ken dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:	The Korean Jindo is a playful breed. See more.	The Kai Ken is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Low: The Korean Jindo barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Kai Ken is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Korean Jindo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Kai Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Korean Jindo bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kai Ken bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Korean Jindo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kai Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:	Korean Jindo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kai Ken dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Korean Jindos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Kai Kens are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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).	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Korean Jindo, Kai Ken and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Korean Jindo: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Kai Ken: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	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. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:	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.	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Korean Jindo dogs have an average exercise need.	Kai Ken dogs have an average exercise need.	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	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.	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:	Dense Double	Dense Soft Thick Double	Dense
Colors What are the original Korean Jindo, Kai Ken and Shiba Inu color?	Black Gray White Brindle Black & Tan Red Fawn	Black Red Brindle Black & Red	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Korean Jindo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kai Ken doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or {name3 shedding:	Korean Jindo dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kai Ken dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Low 🔽 The Korean Jindo has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kai Ken has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Korean Jindo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.	The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Korean Jindo dogs are generally with other pets.	Kai Ken dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?	Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kai Ken dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	Korean Jindo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Kai Ken dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Kai Ken dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu?	Korean Jindo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Kai Ken dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	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.	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Korean Jindo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kai Ken is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Korean Jindos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Kai Kens are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Korean Jindo or Kai Ken or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu?	Not really Korean Jindo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kai Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Korean Jindo and Kai Ken and Shiba Inu have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Korean Jindo vs Kai Ken vs Shiba Inu 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	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?	No data available	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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