Korean Chindo (Jindo): breed description, characteristics, photo

Korean Jindo (Jindo, Jindo, Korean 한국 진도) comes from the island of the same name in South Korea. The exact origin of the breed is unknown, but it can be assumed that the Chindo descends from dogs that came with the Mongols to Korea in the 13th century. At that time, there were no land routes between the Korean Peninsula and Jindo, so the dogs that developed in a closed system retained their wild traits and acquired unique, endemic features.

Korean Chindo was recognized by the International Canine Organization in 1995 temporarily and since 2005 on a permanent basis. The breed is a national treasure of Korea and is protected by law.

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The first thing the owner should do after a little Buryat appears in the house is to introduce him to every corner of the farm, other animals, if any.
The puppy immediately takes everything that belongs to the owner under his care and protection, he remembers every bird and cat and will check for their presence daily. The Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound will find a corner for itself even in a cramped apartment and will not try to displace the weakest members of the family. But still, the best option for a dog would be to keep it in the yard of a private house, but not on a chain. The wolfhound sheds very heavily, especially during the spring shedding, when the dog’s fur practically falls off.

In the summer, Buryats walk around with almost smooth hair, and in the winter they dress with very long, thick fur, so they can easily withstand severe frosts.

Buryats need close contact with humans, which should not be limited to just feeding.

The Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound is a breed with late formation. Only by the age of two years do dogs stop growing in height, and by the age of 4-5 years they are completely formed physically. This does not mean that his protective qualities will manifest themselves by this age. Even a two-month-old puppy strives to fulfill his duties honestly and conscientiously. For proper development, he definitely needs good physical activity. With limited mobility, the muscles do not gain the necessary volume and even a dog that is very well fed looks thin. However, it is not suitable for sports.

Care

The Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound does not require complex care. It is enough to brush the dog regularly and bathe it periodically. Animals that live in apartments are bathed once a month. Aviary dogs two to three times a year, usually in warm weather. To comb out thick fur, it is more convenient to use a fuminator. The ears are examined once or twice a week and, if necessary, the auricle is cleaned of accumulated wax. Eyes and teeth generally do not require special care. Dewclaws should be removed, if for some reason they remain, carefully monitor the growth of claws on them, which do not grind off the surface, twist and cut into the tuft.

Nutrition

Like many other native breeds, the BMW is unpretentious in terms of nutrition. Most breeders prefer natural products. The diet is prepared according to standard rules for dogs. Beef or chicken, offal takes up 2/3 of the serving, the rest is cereals and vegetables. It is better to cook porridge in cartilage broth, into which gelatin and other substances beneficial to joints are boiled. They also provide fermented milk products, sea fish, and eggs. You can add a little vegetable oil and bran to the porridge.

Mosli, dry lung, beef tendons and frozen tripe are given as delicacies. Periodically, dogs are fed vitamin and mineral supplements and are sure to supplement their diet with them during the period of active growth. Not only the quality of the feed matters, but also the regularity and portion. Feed the dog at the same time. She must eat her portion at a time. You cannot feed the Buryats one and a half to two hours before the walk and the same amount after it. Clean drinking water should always be freely available.

Character[edit]

Baekgu (English: white jindo)

Jindo dogs are known for their loyalty and gentle nature. Because Jindo dogs are active, they need proper living space, walks, grooming, and attention. There is also a clear understanding of the family hierarchy. [eleven]

They are medium to high energy. If they are kept in a yard, the fence should be at least 6 feet high due to their strong back legs, which allow them to jump high. Because Jindos are active and intelligent, they require frequent interaction with people or other dogs.

Hwanggu (English: Fawn Jindo)

Loyalty[edit]

In 1993, a 7-year-old female Jindo named Baekgu (백구; 白狗, translated as white dog), raised by Bokdan Park (박복단), from an 83-year-old woman on Jindo Island, was sold to a new owner in the city of Daejeon, which is located approximately 300 km (180 mi) from the island. The dog escaped from his new home and returned to his original owner, Park, after 7 months, exhausted and exhausted. Baekgu remained with her original owner, who decided to keep the faithful dog until she died of natural causes 7 years later. The story became a national sensation in South Korea and was made into cartoons, a television documentary and a children's storybook. [12] In 2004, Jingdo County erected a statue of Baekgu in her hometown in honor of the dog. [13]

Another Jindo, also named Baekgu, a 4-year-old male at the time, who lived alone with his owner Park Wan-suh (박완서) residing on Jindo Island, did not eat anything and mourned his deceased owner for seven days after the owner died of liver disease in June 2000. [14] According to Chosun Ilbo

, the dog accompanied its dead owner for three days until other people came to find the body, followed the owner to his funeral and returned home without eating. anything for four days. The Korean Jindo Dog Research Institute (진돗개 시험연구소) took him under its wing, but a person associated with the Institute announced that the dog would not interact with anyone other than his feeder as of 2005.[15]

Keeping a dog: feeding, care, physical activity

Jindos need constant physical activity. You need to walk them a lot, and it is advisable to take them to a special dog park with exercise equipment. By overcoming obstacles on the site, the dog will train its mental and physical abilities. If no one takes care of the pet, then it begins to look for entertainment on its own. For example, he may dig a hole under a fence to get out of the yard.

Active dogs require nutritious and balanced food. They should receive sufficient amounts of vitamins and microelements. For Chindo, it is necessary to take specialized food, and it must correspond to the age of the animal.

Some dogs are picky eaters. They are so demanding that they agree to take food only from the hands of their owners, while ignoring bowls.

Character

The courageous and independent actions of these animals can be appreciated by chasing a wild bear or wild boar. Individuals of the breed have high intelligence and boiling energy. These dogs are extremely aggressive towards other dogs and distrustful towards strangers. Representatives of the breed are ruthless in combat, quick-witted when ordinary situations arise.

Becoming a pet allows a representative of the breed the opportunity to have a stable psyche and affection for the owner. A dog can find its owner's house even if it is at a great distance from it. Currently, these dogs are bred as companion dogs.

Field of activity

Loyalty to their owner allows these dogs to distinguish family members from strangers. An excellent breed of Chindokke are excellent watchdogs, they are alert and strong. They do not bark without a reason, as their barking acts as the best alarm signal. For these qualities, individuals of the breed are watched over by large army bases. For this reason, the yard in which the animal is kept is completely protected from intrusion.

Previously, a special trained pack of these dogs acted as a guarantee of excellent hunting. They pursued and subsequently killed the game, guarding it until the owner came. There is a legend that once a dog was able to kill even a tiger.

Training

Good training for individuals of this breed is necessary for the pet and its owner. The presence of wild instincts, independent character and aggression requires special coping. For this reason, these Korean dog breeds are not suitable for beginners. In the process of training an animal, everything must be done consistently, fairly, but at the same time firmly. A significant component is the authority of the owner, since the dog must learn to obey his commands.

Shiba Inu

The Shiba Inu has a height of 30 to 40 cm and a weight of 7 to 11 kg. Its fur is bright orange with a white underbelly and the same characteristic curly tail. With his small triangular erect ears and fiery fur, he looks very much like a fox. This breed is growing in popularity and we can see why, check out the Instagram account @thedailyshibainu.

In 2022, the Shiba is the most popular breed in its homeland, but, for example, in America they are recognized as the 44th most popular dog breed. Shiba Inus were originally bred as hunting dogs, but are now more often found cuddling with their owner and family rather than hunting. This is a very intelligent dog, but it has the attention level of a goldfish, so expect it to be difficult to train. Sibics are also known to be possessive of toys and food, although this can be controlled with strict training, but be sure to supervise the dog when around other dogs and small children.

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Chindos are excellent guard dogs and are good at distinguishing their family and friends from strangers. It is known that in the Korean army, Chindos are used as guard dogs at large bases. Under normal circumstances, these dogs are silent, so their barking reliably indicates some kind of incident. Koreans call jindo "gatekeepers" and tie them near the entrance to a rural house.

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Chindos have outstanding hunting abilities, hunting large and medium game. Used mainly in hunting deer and wild boar. In Korea there is a legend about three Chindos who killed the Amur tiger. There are anecdotal reports from Korean owners that the dog led them into the forest in the morning to the carcass of a deer that the dog had killed alone. In America it is reported that Chindos kill coyotes that invade the territory they protect [ source not specified 1843 days

]. In traditional Korean hunting without guns, a pack of well-trained Jindo was highly prized. A pack of dogs loyal to their owner easily killed a deer and protected the prey from scavengers, while one of the dogs led the owner to the place where the prey was located.

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In an interview with Korea Economic Daily

(한국경제) in 2009, dog handler and handler Park Nam Soon (박남순) argued that Jindos are not suitable for the role of rescue dogs and search dogs. Due to their extremely strong hunting instinct, they can take time away from work for the sake of hunting. In addition, they are extremely loyal to their first owner, and working dogs have to change owners frequently. In 2010, Korean Security Forum participant Song Min Seok (손민석) expressed a similar opinion. However, efforts to train Korean Jindos for search and rescue service continued. In October 2010, the Los Angeles Police Department announced its intention to try using four Chindos for patrol and detection services. After a year, the trainers concluded that the dogs were not suitable for police work, were too easily distracted and too eager to please their owners.

Ryukyu Inu

This is possibly the rarest dog on this list, and in 2015 it was thought that there were only 400 left. Unfortunately, there is no information on how much this number has decreased since then. Even the Japanese Kennel Club does not recognize the breed! However, what we do know about this dog is that it is confident and brave. It was originally bred to hunt wild boars on the Ryukyu Islands. In the house, Ryukyu is calm, obedient and barks little. Representatives of the breed reach 45-50 cm in height and have many features characteristic of the Spitz, such as pointed ears and a curly tail.

Due to the geography of their origin, the dogs spent most of their time in the rainforests. This is why the Ryukyu Inu have a unique claw, which is believed to help them climb trees. Due to its wild temperament, the dog is said to behave like an alpha dog. The owner of this breed must be much more strong-willed than the dog, otherwise there will be a new leader in the house!

Features of care

The main rule of keeping a Chindo is not to let the dog get bored, otherwise the house, the area adjacent to it, and the neighbors at the same time will be damaged. These dogs are phenomenally active and need long walks. As mentioned above, it is best to keep them in a yard with a high (from 180 cm) fence without the possibility of undermining and contact with other dogs. The Chindo's thick coat requires weekly brushing. In winter, when the paths are sprinkled with reagents, the dog’s paw pads are lubricated with special wax, otherwise burns may occur.

Dog food should be selected based on their activity level, body weight and age. Food designed for young dogs will not be suitable for older dogs, and vice versa. Also, when feeding dry food, you should not give too many treats and other foods - the food is already balanced, and the owner can create an excess of any substances with treats.

When feeding natural products, it is important to monitor the balance of the diet, avoiding either a shortage or excess of substances, otherwise health problems may begin.

Also, new foods should be given with caution - no matter how strong the health of the Chindo, they can still develop allergies. Interesting fact: some Chindos become so attached to their owner that they only take food from his hands, ignoring the bowl.

Interesting fact: some Chindos become so attached to their owner that they only take food from his hands, ignoring the bowl.

In general, Korean Chindos, being a “primitive” breed, have excellent health

The main scourge of the breed is, perhaps, hypothyroidism - a lack or complete absence of thyroid hormones, so it is important to sometimes visit a veterinarian and check the dog’s condition.

Thai Ridgeback

This is a native breed of Thailand. Interest in the country of Russian tourists was also fueled by interest in the breed. Outwardly, its representatives resemble Great Danes, but with more neat and elongated muzzles.

The size of the dogs limits the demand for them. You need long walks and plenty of quality food. Basically, hunters are interested in Ridgebacks. In their homeland, aboriginal dogs hunt tapirs, martens, and wild boars. In Russia, the Ridgeback is capable of hunting badgers, deer and martens.

Pictured is a Thai Ridgeback

The Thai Ridgeback has a cat-like character. Large dogs manage to be invisible, calm, and independent. Aborigines are also looked after for home keeping because they are clean and not slobbery.

Ridgeback fur does not smell. Shedding in representatives of the breed is insignificant. Personality traits are also attractive. Thai dogs are affectionate to their owners, affectionate and flexible. In enclosures and with busy owners, dogs feel abandoned. Thai Ridgebacks need family owners and a homely environment.

Appearance

Chindo white color (baekku)

Chindos are medium-sized Spitz-type dogs with a wild-type double coat. It differs from other Spitz breeds and mixed breeds in the proportions of the skull, muzzle, head and body. The Korean Chindo gives the impression of being an intelligent, strong, agile and alert dog. Sexual dimorphism is strongly expressed in the breed: the male's head is wider, high cheekbones, with a powerful muzzle, the female's head is lighter and has a triangular shape, in general the females are more elegant. The head, when viewed from above, is triangular in shape. The ears are erect, the muzzle is straight. The nose is black, in white dogs it is pink. The eyes are dark, rather small, with a lively expression, the outer corners of the eyes are raised towards the ears. The tail is long, in the shape of a half ring or ring, touching the back.

The breed is traditionally divided into two types of build:

• Thongol
  (Korean 통골) or
  Kyopke
  (Korean 겹개): a more muscular and stocky dog, the height at the withers is equal to the length of the body; the depth of the chest is approximately equal to half the height at the withers; loin is short.
• Hoodoo
  (Korean: 후두) or
  Hyotke
  (Korean: 혓개): A slimmer dog, with a slightly shallower chest depth and a slightly longer loin. The head, ears, and muzzle are also longer, the ratio of height to body length is 10:11.

The Korean National Canine Association also recognizes a third body type, Kakkol.

(Kor. 각골), intermediate, with an elongated body and deep chest.

The colors allowed in the breed are: fawn, black, black and tan, brindle, gray (wolf, formed by a mixture of white, black and fawn hair), as well as white - light fawn with brown or light brown tips of the ears, tail and the back of the hindquarters legs and sometimes a belt along the back. The undercoat is dense and light in color.

Japanese Chin

This small, flat-faced dog is the shortest on the list, but he certainly makes a big impression with his energetic personality! It is often described as looking more like a cat than a dog. He is described as graceful and charming. Look at his photo, now it’s easy to understand why the Japanese royal family loved him so much. This is a very well behaved dog that loves everyone he meets!

The Japanese Chin has the classic appearance of small Asian breeds. His eyes are wide apart, he has a wide smile and a flat face. Many people think this is a cute look (and it is!). However, it is not uncommon for the breed to develop brachycephalic syndrome, which is problematic and very dangerous for them. The height of the Japanese Chin is from 20 to 30 centimeters, and the weight is from 3 to 5 kg.

Specifics of maintenance and care

The high activity that characterizes the Korean Jindo dog is the key to suburban keeping. But even in this case, it is necessary to create certain conditions for the animal, or rather, a large yard with a fence of at least 180 centimeters.

Bored, such an animal will not refuse to dig or jump high. While locked up, representatives of the breed will damage existing furniture and other various things. Being in the open air, the dog easily adapts to the environment and weather conditions. These dogs are not friends with water, for this reason the bathroom, as well as rainy weather, are a real invasion of wild bears for them. Coarse fur with undercoat needs to be brushed approximately 1-2 times a week.

The basic rule for keeping representatives of the breed is that the dog should never get bored, otherwise things in the house will be damaged. These dogs are phenomenally active and need long walks. It is best to keep individuals of the breed in a private house, in a yard with a high fence, without the possibility of digging or contact with other dogs.

It is advisable to brush your pet's thick fur daily. In winter, when the roads are sprinkled with all kinds of reagents, the animal’s pads must be lubricated with wax, otherwise there is a chance that the dog will get burned.

Food for your pet should be chosen based on its activity level, weight and age. Ready-made foods that are formulated for puppies are not suitable for older pets, and vice versa. In addition, during feeding, you cannot pamper the animal with an excessive amount of treats and other products - ready-made food is already balanced, and due to the consumption of natural food, the dog may experience an overabundance of certain substances.

If a Korean Jindo dog eats exclusively natural products, it is necessary to constantly ensure that the diet is balanced. There should be no shortage or excess of certain substances, otherwise serious health problems may arise.

In addition, new food must be given very carefully - the pet may develop an allergy

Shikoku Inu

The Shikoku Inu is another Japanese Spitz, originally from the island of Shikoku, where it hunted wild boar. This breed is a classic Japanese fighting dog. The second name of the breed is Japanese Wolfhound because it has the typical height of a Spitz, but with the head of a wolf. It has a thick coat of three colors; black sesame, red and white sesame and pointed triangular ears. It also has the characteristic curly tail of an Akita. Its height is from 43 to 55 cm and its weight is from 15 to 25 kg.

The Shikoku Inu was often kept outdoors to preserve his primitive hunting skills, but can now be found on his family's couches. Despite his need for cuddles, he is a very, very active dog that should be kept in a large home with access to an even larger yard. Otherwise, the home becomes an arena for games. In general, the breed is described as energetic, alert and enthusiastic.

Character and behavior

Chongqing is a brave, self-confident dog with a strong character, quick-witted and agile, an excellent hunter and guard, has a quick reaction and a strong hunting instinct. The sense of smell is very well developed, which allows it to perform complex search tasks. Chongqing does not bark for no reason, he is self-possessed, balanced and independent. But this does not prevent him from being a devoted friend and companion, and becoming strongly attached to the owner and other family members. Chongqing is infinitely affectionate, friendly and playful with his people.

Chongqing is fearless towards other animals and people, but at the same time not particularly confrontational. Sometimes quarrels can break out between male dogs. In addition, Chongqing is unlikely to be able to live in the society of a fighting dog, whose blood is aggression towards his fellow tribesmen; he will not back down and ignore attacks in his direction. In general, they are friendly enough to live in society.

During puppyhood, special attention should be paid to socialization. We must not forget that the Chongqing is a hunting dog, and therefore may show interest in other small animals, birds, street cats, and sometimes even small dogs

Owners appreciate amazing insight in their Chongqings. These dogs are able to adapt to the mood and character of the owner, they are sociable and ready to make compromises. If Chongqing is familiar with children from puppyhood, he treats them with tolerance and care as adults. Of course, communication between a dog and a child should always remain under control.

Chongqing has a high degree of distrust of strangers. But, if the dog is well trained, the risk that it will attack without a command or serious reason is minimal.

Kai Ken

The Kai Ken is another rarer dog on this list, even in Japan. He was originally bred to hunt, but over the years he became more accustomed to the warmth of his human home. He is much less independent than most of the other Japanese breeds on this list and is more willing to please his owner. It was originally used as a game hunter and therefore has a high prey drive. The Kai Ken is one of the fastest on this list, so to keep it, it requires an enclosed yard from which it cannot escape.

The Kai Ken comes in three brindle shades: black, brown and red, which helps it camouflage in the wild (don't lose it!). Most puppies are born solid black, with stripes appearing as they mature. Representatives of the breed weigh from 9 to 18 kg, and height ranges from 38 to 50 cm.

Appearance

The Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound is a typical guard dog of folk selection. Above average or large height, coarse type of constitution with strong bones and prominent muscles. The skin is thick, elastic, and forms a dewlap on the neck. There are folds on the forehead that appear when the dog is alert. Sexual dimorphism is pronounced. Males are noticeably stronger and more massive. Height at the withers of males is 60-65 cm; females – more than 62 cm. Weight – 45-70 kg. Externally, the Buryat-Mongolian wolfhound is very similar to its closest relative – the Mongolian shepherd dog Bankhara.

The head is large, the skull is slightly convex and wide. The stop is smoothed. The muzzle is relatively short with a straight bridge of the nose and a large black lobe. The eyes are dark in color and small. The ears are triangular in shape, set high, of medium size, hanging on cartilage. It is worth noting that there are two types of the breed: wide-faced and long-headed dogs.

The case is of a slightly stretched format, massive. The chest is deep. The ribs are convex. The withers are well defined. The neck is powerful. The back is strong, wide, straight. The loin is not long. The croup is somewhat sloping. The legs are well developed, strong, muscular with good bones. The paws are large, compactly assembled. The tail is heavy, long, hangs down and reaches the hock joint. During movement, as well as in an excited state, the dog can hold it in a crescent shape, in a ring above its back, or slightly throw it over its back.

The wool of the Buryat Mongol has a unique structure. The hard guard hair does not allow the elastic, soft undercoat to fall into tangles.

In addition, it has water-repellent properties. Dogs are divided into three types based on hair length:

• Long-haired - coat length 15-20 cm (up to 30 cm). The hair on the head and ears is much shorter, on the back of the legs it is longer and forms feathering, and on the tail there is a dewlap.
• Semi-long-haired (intermediate type) - hair length is about 10 cm. Well-developed coat, tail with a characteristic dewlap.
• Short-haired - the body is covered with thick, short hair, the undercoat is well developed, in winter its length exceeds the length of the awn. There are no “collar” and “pants”, but there is a slight “double” on the tail.

Several colors are allowed. Preference is given to black and tan; black, brown, wolf, and red are also found.

Choosing a Tibetan Spaniel Puppy

With the advent of fashion for decorative dog breeds, the popularity of Tibbies is constantly growing. More and more often they can be found at exhibitions, the number of kennels is increasing, and with them unfortunate breeders who breed their dogs for profit or “for health”. Puppies from such matings (except for the fact that they do not have documents of origin and any guarantees regarding health) will not be able to participate in exhibitions and, in theory, should not be mated in the future. Naturally, they are much cheaper than dogs with a pedigree from a kennel.

Those who are planning to get a Tibetan spaniel should decide in advance on the desired gender, color of the dog and the purpose of purchase.

If a Tibby should become exclusively a companion or friend for a child, there are no special requirements for puppies. They should appear healthy, well-fed, playful, curious and affectionate. However, even in this case, it is better to think about purchasing a dog with documents. At a minimum, this will protect the future owner from the risk of buying a puppy born from close relatives and getting a dog with congenital pathologies. In addition, beautiful adult tibbies often want to be shown to the whole world, and the owners, who initially took just a friend on the sofa, then enjoy building a show career.

If you need a dog for exhibitions and breeding, choosing a puppy begins with finding a suitable kennel and parents. It is advisable that a litter from a couple has already been registered and there is an opportunity to trace the fate and career of the puppies born to them

When choosing a baby, pay attention to its compliance with the standard: proportions, bite, coat type and other parameters. It is better for novice dog breeders to seek help from an expert dog handler or an uninterested breeder who knows about the nuances of the breed and will help make a choice.

It is advisable to take puppies to a new home no earlier than 2.5-3 months. Babies must be vaccinated. It’s good if the breeder has already started socializing them, introducing the puppies to the outside world, other animals and people. Externally, puppies should be healthy.

Price

The small number of the breed and growing demand allows breeders to keep prices at a fairly high level. The price of a Tibetan spaniel puppy starts from 35,000 rubles. Promising babies for exhibitions and breeding can cost much more. Tibby puppies without a pedigree usually cost no more than 15,000 rubles.

Telomian

The breed comes from Malaysia. Local residents bred telomian to combat pests. Malaysians build their houses on stilts. There is a high risk of flooding. Hence the Telomian's exceptional swimming and climbing abilities.

If you are a professional climber, pay attention to the Malaysian dog. The toes on his front paws are modified. Telomian is the only dog ​​that can hold food in its paws. The pictures of dogs grabbing toys with their fingers are amazing. In general, we get a kind of monkey in dog form.

In the photo there is a Telomian dog

Telomian will become a reliable companion not only in mountaineering, but also on hiking trips. The Telomian will drive away rodents eager to profit from provisions from the tent, as from an ordinary house.

In appearance, the Telomian is a cross between the Basenji and the Australian dingo. However, genetically the dog is also a mixture of them. The breed is not officially recognized, which is why there is little interest. There are no prospects for exhibitions.

There are few prospects for training. Pariah dogs, as expected, are wild. However, the trend towards everything ethnic has also provoked interest in aboriginal dogs.

In conclusion, we note that the list of rare breeds is relative. As you understand, white mastiffs are not so few in China, and there are plenty of Basenjas in Africa.

The toy terrier, familiar to Russians, is also Russian because it was bred in our country and is scarce in number abroad. Stabihons are only bred in Friesland. This is a province of Holland.

Telomian in the photo

In fact, a mixture of a spaniel and a partridge dog was bred in it. In general, there are many wonders in the world. For some they are familiar, but for others they are exotic. This is the case with wild animals and plants.

Therefore, each country and each administrative district has its own “Red Books”. The international publication gives only an approximate idea of ​​the state of affairs in certain populations and, in general, their existence.

Origin story

About 2000 years ago, when the Han Dynasty ruled the Chinese Empire, a new breed of dog was formed in Sichuan province, which was suitable for guarding and hunting. Strong, dexterous and angry dogs served as irreplaceable helpers for the poor; they could catch not only small animals, but also larger ones. Legends say that Chongqing people were not afraid even of tigers. In those days, peasants kept a dog only if it was useful, could provide food for itself and take care of the owner’s family.

Fate was not always kind to the Chongqing people. Several times the breed was on the verge of extinction and today remains small even in its homeland in China.

The history of the appearance and formation of the breed is shrouded in mystery. Probably due to the fact that until recently it did not arouse interest. Rare mentions in literature and works of art do not allow us to restore the whole picture. The territorial affiliation and use are known, everything else can only be guessed at. Apparently, Chongqing is related to Shar Peis and Chow Chows.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Sichuan and Chongqing provinces, most land was converted into agricultural land. The dogs had nowhere to hunt, which led to a reduction in their numbers. The breed was preserved only due to the fact that some dog breeders continued to keep Chongqing dogs as guards and companions. Since the 1990s, the number of individuals began to increase, and since 2000, the Chinese Kennel Association, together with the National Breed Club and several breeders, began to popularize the breed. Thanks to their titanic efforts, dogs began to spread throughout the world and were exported to Europe and the USA. Currently, the Chongqing is positioned as a multifunctional dog, companion, watchman, security guard and hunting assistant.

Video about the Chongqing (Chinese Bulldog) dog breed:

Sanshu Inu

The Sanshu Inu is another relatively new breed. It was developed in the early 20th century from other unregistered Japanese dog breeds and the Chinese Chow Chow, evident due to its stockier build. Being quite new, it has proven to be quite popular in Japan, but is very rare in other parts of the world. Sanshu is very similar to Hokkaido, so many people believe that Hokkaido is its ancestor. The breed was bred to be a family guard dog and a loyal companion for younger family members, so he does this very well.

The Sanshu Inu is between 40 and 55 cm tall and weighs between 20 and 25 kg. Comes in a variety of colors such as grey, brown, red, black, white, speckled, salt and pepper, or a combination of these, so this is the most colorful pup on this list. Unlike most of the dogs on this list, he has a straight, thick tail rather than a curly donut!

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In the middle climate zone, Chongqing is not suitable for outdoor living. This is due to the very short and sparse coat, which does not keep you warm in the cold season. Chongqing is suitable for home or apartment living. The dog will not be embarrassed even by the small dimensions of the living space, provided it is given good walking.

Chongqing is very energetic and active, so it is very advisable to find him something to do. These can be strength sports, for example, weight-pulling or running, including running behind a bicycle. As for obedience competitions (obedience, agility and other similar ones), Chongqing dogs rarely show good results in them. Aviary or chain keeping is not recommended. In addition, Chinese Bulldogs are not suitable as apartment dogs for people who do not have the ability to provide sufficient physical and mental exercise.

The lack of good walking, work and regular training will certainly entail consequences: disobedience, destructive behavior, outbursts of aggression.

Care

Caring for Chongqing is easy. It is enough to brush the dog regularly with a special rubber mitten or a brush for short-haired breeds. Then the molting goes completely unnoticed. The frequency of washing is individual

It is very important to choose the right shampoo that will not dry out the dog’s delicate skin, which is already prone to dermatological diseases. Ears, teeth, claws and eyes also need care.

The ears are cleaned as necessary from accumulated excess wax. The eyes are wiped, removing secretions from the corners; it is important that they are always clean and dry. The claws normally grind down on their own, but if for some reason this does not happen, they need to be trimmed as they grow back. Chongqing teeth are prone to tartar formation and early loss, so owners should take dental disease prevention seriously. From early childhood, teach your dog to regularly brush its teeth and perform the procedure at least twice a week. If tartar appears, it should be removed promptly by a veterinarian.

Nutrition

Chongqing adapts well to different types of food: natural, mixed or prepared food. But it is worth considering that sometimes they suffer from allergies to certain foods or a weak digestive system. In this case, it will take a long time to select suitable products or food of a certain brand. In addition, they note a tendency to gain excess weight, especially in the absence of proper physical activity. For Chongqing, diet and correct calorie portion calculations are important. The diet must correspond to the dog’s physical activity, age and physiological condition.

If the dog eats natural food, be sure to give courses of vitamin and mineral supplements. When feeding exclusively with ready-made food above the super-premium class, no additional supplements are required for preventive purposes.

Origin story

The history of the Tibetan Spaniel is very similar to that of other dog breeds native to the Top of the World. It is impossible to say reliably where they came from in the highlands of China; it is known that for centuries monks bred four-legged helpers in isolation from the rest of the world. They took great care of their dogs and did not sell or export them. Only occasionally were they given as a sign of special gratitude or respect.

The Tibetan Spaniel is abbreviated as Tibby.

At the end of the 19th century, several small Tibetan dogs came to Great Britain, where they attracted the attention of dog breeders. Tibetan spaniels were first shown at the Kraft exhibition in 1898

In 1934, the English Kennel Club adopted a breed standard, thereby officially recognizing it. In 1961, Tibetan Spaniels were registered by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale.

Video about the Tibetan Spaniel (Tibby) dog breed:

Description

The Korean Jindo (Jindo) is the national dog breed of South Korea, rarely found outside its homeland.

These dogs retained the habits of wild animals, but became very attached to people. Representatives of the breed help hunters and shepherds and protect objects entrusted to them. These dogs are hardy and easy to care for.

Peculiarities

Korean Chindos have a complex character; the owner will need a lot of time to establish contact with the pet and achieve obedience. Representatives of the breed are full of energy, they will not be able to sit still.

• The ancestors of the Jindo are Japanese dog breeds, including the Shiba Inu.
• In 1962, the breed was given the status of a national treasure of Korea.
• A research center was also created to study the conservation of the breed.
• The International Canine Federation recognized the breed only in 2005.

Interesting fact

The name of the dog comes from the island of Jindo, where the breed is common. Due to the relative isolation of the Jindo province, dogs were able to retain their ancient appearance and amazing character traits.

Distinctive features

Head

The head is voluminous. The skull is domed, wide between the ears. Stop is expressed moderately. The muzzle is shorter than the skull.

Teeth

Scissor bite. White teeth, full set.

Ears

The ears are compact and triangular. Placed at a great distance from each other, but not low. The inner surface of the ear is covered with hair.

Eyes

The eyes are small and oval in shape. Placed askew. The color of the gas is from red-brown to dark brown, almost black.

Frame

The chest is oval, deep, reaching the elbows. The stomach is moderately tucked. The topline is straight.

Paws

The legs are straight, muscular. The knee and hock joints are moderately pronounced. Paws are rounded. Profitable fingers are removed. The pads are dense. The claws are hard.

Wool

The coat is of medium length. The undercoat is thick.

There are 5 types of color:

• 1
  Pale yellow.
• 2
  Gray (white, black and red wool).
• 3
  Brindle – dark stripes on yellow-brown.
• 4
  Black-brown (head and upper body dark, everything else lighter).
• 5
  White (ivory or dirty white) with light red on the ears and hind legs. tail and belly.

Character

Korean jindos are designed for guarding and hunting. Dogs are often trusted to guard military bases. Dogs of this breed are loyal to their owner and try to please him in everything. The owner must achieve respect and trust from the pet.

Raising Korean Chindos is difficult; during training, the animal may begin to show its character, or pretend that it does not understand the commands. But in fact, these dogs are very smart, although stubborn.

Representatives of the breed get along well with children; they are ready to defend their family at the cost of their lives. They treat strangers with caution, even aggressively. Robbers will be very unlucky if they enter the territory guarded by these dogs.

Chindos do not get along well with other animals. If they can still get along with dogs, then problems will arise with cats or rodents.

Representatives of the breed have a pronounced hunting instinct; at the age of 4 months, the Chindo begins to chase mice, squirrels or cats. Adult dogs are capable of hunting deer, wild boar and small game.

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