Which is Better between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog? A Very Detailed Review.

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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Korean Jindo Dog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and for the Korean Jindo Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Korean Jindo Dog.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog: Overview

A very important difference between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Korean Jindo Dog is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Korean Jindo Dog belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dandie Dinmont Terrier to the Korean Jindo Dog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog

Factor Dandie Dinmont Terrier Korean Jindo Dog
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 – 15 years
Weight 18 to 24 pounds 35 – 60 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 1/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 19.5 to 21 (males), 18.5 to 20 inches (females)
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1050
Average Price No Data $1050
Temperament Score 71.4 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Korean Jindo Dog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Korean Jindo Dog is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a better pet than the Korean Jindo Dog. So, you should get the Dandie Dinmont Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog

    Below is a list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are most different:

  • Dandie Dinmont Terriers have low exercise needs. However, Korean Jindo Dogs require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog

    The Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are most similar:

  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are not easy to train.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are very playful.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Korean Jindo Dogs weigh 35 – 60 pounds when fully grown. Korean Jindo Dogs are 19.5 to 21 (males), 18.5 to 20 inches (females) when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog

    The lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Dandie Dinmont Terriers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Korean Jindo Dogs is between 12 – 15 years. The average lifespan of Korean Jindo Dogs is 13.5 years.

    Temperament of the Korean Jindo Dog Versus the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    The Korean Jindo Dog has a better temperament than the Dandie Dinmont Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Korean Jindo Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 71.4 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 71.4 percent, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Korean Jindo Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog by measuring the temperaments of 7 Dandie Dinmont Terriers and 2 Korean Jindo Dogs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Korean Jindo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than Korean Jindo Dogs?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.

    Korean Jindo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Korean Jindo Dog

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Korean Jindo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Korean Jindo Dog?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Korean Jindo Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Korean Jindo Dog?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Korean Jindo Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Korean Jindo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. Korean Jindo Dog

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Korean Jindo Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Korean Jindo Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Korean Jindo Dog?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Korean Jindo Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Korean Jindo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Korean Jindo Dogs?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Korean Jindo Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the Korean Jindo Dog?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not easy to train.

    Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Korean Jindo Dog?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Korean Jindo Dogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the Korean Jindo Dog?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dandie Dinmont Terrier:

  • Cavapoo (79 percent match with Dandie Dinmont Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs Cavapoo.
  • Shih Tzu (79 percent match with Dandie Dinmont Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs Shih Tzu.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Korean Jindo Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Korean Jindo Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Korean Jindo Dog:

  • Alaskan Klee Kai (72 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Alaskan Malamute (72 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Bedlington Terrier (75 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Bedlington Terrier.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (76 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kai Ken (77 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Kai Ken.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and how the Korean Jindo Dog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and of the Korean Jindo Dog to other breeds:

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Scottish Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Dogo Argentino     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Borzoi     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Cesky Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Greyhound     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Valley Bulldog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Weimaraner     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Shiba Inu     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus French Bulldog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mudi     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Dutch Shepherd     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Cesky Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Mal Shi     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Great Dane     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Welsh Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     

    Korean Jindo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Korean Jindo Dog versus Portuguese Water Dog     Korean Jindo Dog versus Shiba Inu     Korean Jindo Dog versus Black Mouth Cur     Korean Jindo Dog versus Basset Hound     Korean Jindo Dog versus Afghan Hound     Korean Jindo Dog versus Lhasapoo     Korean Jindo Dog versus Sheepadoodle     Korean Jindo Dog versus Irish Wolfhound     Korean Jindo Dog versus Cane Corso     Korean Jindo Dog versus Afghan Hound     Korean Jindo Dog versus Skye Terrier     Korean Jindo Dog versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Korean Jindo Dog versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Korean Jindo Dog versus Mountain Cur     Korean Jindo Dog versus Jack Russell Terrier     Korean Jindo Dog versus Pomsky     Korean Jindo Dog versus Field Spaniel     Korean Jindo Dog versus Aussiedoodle     Korean Jindo Dog versus Alaskan Malamute     Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Korean Jindo Dog versus Cockapoo     Korean Jindo Dog versus Shiranian     Korean Jindo Dog versus German Pinscher     Korean Jindo Dog versus Papipoo     Korean Jindo Dog versus Belgian Malinois     

    Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the Korean Jindo Dog better suits you and your family.