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Name	Shikoku dog	Kishu Ken	Korean Jindo
Origins	Japan	Japan	Korea
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog	Kishu Inu Kishu	Chindo Jin Dog Jindo Jindo Gae Jindo Gu Jindogae Korean Jindo Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Which is the smallest dog, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Kishu Ken? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo weight comparison:	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)	30-60 pounds (13-27 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)	45 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	17-22 inches (43-56 cm)	Male: 18-25 inches (48-65 cm), Female: 16-22 inches (41-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 19 inches (49.5 cm)

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$300-$500	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	Average: The Shikoku dog 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.

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Korean Jindo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo trainability comparison.	Shikoku dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are hard to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	Shikoku dog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shikoku dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious	Dignified Alert Docile Faithful Noble	Active Intelligent Loyal Bold Faithful Brave
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Korean Jindo dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo?	High: Shikoku dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kishu Ken dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Korean Jindo dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo social needs comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shikoku dog 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.	Kishu Ken 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.	Korean Jindo dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo playfulness comparison:	Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Kishu Kens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Korean Jindo is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo?	Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Kishu Ken barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Korean Jindo barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	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 Shikoku dog indoors.	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 Kishu Ken indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Korean Jindo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Shikoku dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Kishu Ken dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Korean Jindo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	Shikoku dog 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.	Kishu Ken dogs handle alone time quite well.	Korean Jindo dogs handle alone time quite well.

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shikoku dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kishu Ken bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Korean Jindo 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 Shikoku dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kishu Ken has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Korean Jindo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo mouthiness comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kishu Ken dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Korean Jindo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo?	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Kishu Kens tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Korean Jindos tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Kishu Ken should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Korean Jindo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo lifespan comparison. How long do Shikoku dog, Kishu Ken and Korean Jindo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Kishu Ken: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Korean Jindo: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo energy level comparison:	Shikoku dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Kishu Ken dogs are high-energy dogs.	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shikoku dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Kishu Ken dogs need a lot of exercises.	Korean Jindo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	Shikoku dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Kishu Ken dogs don't need too much sleep.	Korean Jindo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kishu Ken's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Korean Jindo has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo Good With Comparison

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

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo 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: Shikoku dog or Kishu Ken or Korean Jindo? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo?	Not really Shikoku dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kishu Ken breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Korean Jindo 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.

Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo 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 Shikoku dog and Kishu Ken and Korean Jindo have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies, average 3	4-8 puppies
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Shikoku dog vs Kishu Ken vs Korean Jindo 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?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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