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- Great Dane Versus Korean Jindo Dog: Introduction
- Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog: Overview
- Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog
- The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog
- Lifespan of Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog
- Temperament of the Great Dane Versus the Korean Jindo Dog
- Price of Great Dane versus Price of Korean Jindo Dog
- Adopting the Great Dane versus Adopting the Korean Jindo Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog
- Do Great Danes shed more than Korean Jindo Dogs?
- Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog?
- Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Korean Jindo Dog?
- Do Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Korean Jindo Dog
- Can Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog?
- Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Great Danes and Korean Jindo Dogs?
- Is the Great Dane Easier to Train than the Korean Jindo Dog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Korean Jindo Dog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Great Dane Versus Korean Jindo Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog.
Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Great Dane is a giant-sized dog while the Korean Jindo Dog is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Great Dane belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
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.
Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog
| Factor | Great Dane | Korean Jindo Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 100 to 200 pounds | 35 – 60 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 26 to 34 inches tall at the shoulder | 19.5 to 21 (males), 18.5 to 20 inches (females) |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 7 to 10 years | 12 – 15 years |
| Average Lifespan | 8.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1560 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2000 | $1000 – $1050 |
| Temperament Score | 81.5 percent | 100.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Great Dane 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 Great Dane is 73 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 Korean Jindo Dog is not better or worse than the Great Dane. So, you can get the Korean Jindo Dog or the Great Dane!
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 Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog
Below is a list of where the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog
The Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog.
Great Danes weigh 100 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Great Danes are 26 to 34 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 Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog
The lifespan of Great Danes is between 7 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Great Danes is 8.5 years.
The lifespan of Korean Jindo Dogs is between 12 – 15 years. The average lifespan of Korean Jindo Dogs is 13.5 years.
Korean Jindo Dogs live longer than Great Danes.
Temperament of the Great Dane Versus the Korean Jindo Dog
The Korean Jindo Dog has a better temperament than the Great Dane.
This is because the temperament score for the Korean Jindo Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Great Dane is 81.5 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 81.5 percent, the Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog by measuring the temperaments of 314 Great Danes and 2 Korean Jindo Dogs.
Price of Great Dane versus Price of Korean Jindo Dog
The average price of the Great Dane puppy is $1560. The price of the Great Dane typically ranges from $1000 – $2000. However, the price of a Great Dane can be as low as $100 and as high as $5500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1324 Great Dane puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Korean Jindo Dog puppy is $1050. The price of the Korean Jindo Dog typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of the Korean Jindo Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Korean Jindo Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Great Dane is more expensive than the Korean Jindo Dog.
`| Great Dane | Korean Jindo Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1560 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2000 | $1000 to $1050 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Great Dane and Korean Jindo Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Great Dane puppies or how many Korean Jindo Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Great Danes. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Korean Jindo Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Great Dane puppy or the Korean Jindo Dog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Great Dane versus Adopting the Korean Jindo Dog
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Great Danes and many Korean Jindo Dogs are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Great Dane named Dexx that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Great Danes like Dexx on pefinder.com.
Also, like Great Danes, Korean Jindo Dogs are also available for adoption. For example, Lucas is a Male Korean Jindo Dog that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Korean Jindo Dogs like Lucas that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Murphy is the name of another Great Dane (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Great Danes and Korean Jindo Dogs that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Great Dane versus Korean Jindo Dog
Great Danes do not like to be left alone.
Korean Jindo Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Great Danes shed more than Korean Jindo Dogs?
Great Danes shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Korean Jindo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog
Great Danes have a very high tendency to drool.
Korean Jindo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog?
Great Danes are very easy to groom.
Korean Jindo Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Great Dane Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Korean Jindo Dog?
Great Danes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and 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 Great Danes Bark and Howl? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?
Great Danes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Korean Jindo Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Great Danes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Great Danes cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Korean Jindo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Great Dane vs. Korean Jindo Dog
Great Danes 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 Great Danes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Great Danes 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 Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog?
Great Danes get along very well with other dogs.
Korean Jindo Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Great Danes good family dogs? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?
Great Danes 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 Great Danes and Korean Jindo Dogs?
Great Danes 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 Great Dane Easier to Train than the Korean Jindo Dog?
Great Danes are very easy to train.
Korean Jindo Dogs are not easy to train.
Is the Great Dane Better for Apartment Owners than the Korean Jindo Dog?
Great Danes do not adapt well to apartment living.
Korean Jindo Dogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Great Dane or the Korean Jindo Dog?
Great Danes are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Korean Jindo Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Great Dane
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Great Dane 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 Great Dane:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Great Dane and how the Korean Jindo Dog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Great Dane and of the Korean Jindo Dog to other breeds:
Great Dane Versus Other Dog Breeds
Great Dane versus Cairn Terrier Great Dane versus Braque du Bourbonnais Great Dane versus Portuguese Pointer Great Dane versus Morkie Great Dane versus Biewer Terrier Great Dane versus Maltese Great Dane versus Pyredoodle Great Dane versus Border Terrier Great Dane versus Borzoi Great Dane versus Beagle Great Dane versus Peek A Poo Great Dane versus Carolina Dog Great Dane versus Black Russian Terrier Great Dane versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Great Dane versus Yorkshire Terrier Great Dane versus Icelandic Sheepdog Great Dane versus Cavachon Great Dane versus Whoodle Great Dane versus Cesky Terrier Great Dane versus Berger Picard Great Dane versus Saint Berdoodle Great Dane versus Irish Terrier Great Dane versus Lhasapoo Great Dane versus Sheepadoodle Great Dane versus Chinese CrestedKorean Jindo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Korean Jindo Dog versus Samoyed Korean Jindo Dog versus Saint Bernard Korean Jindo Dog versus Cavachon Korean Jindo Dog versus Valley Bulldog Korean Jindo Dog versus Kai Ken Korean Jindo Dog versus Giant Schnauzer Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Korean Jindo Dog versus Portuguese Water Dog Korean Jindo Dog versus Shiloh Shepherd Korean Jindo Dog versus Maremma Sheepdog Korean Jindo Dog versus Miniature Schnauzer Korean Jindo Dog versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Korean Jindo Dog versus Affenhuahua Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Terrier Korean Jindo Dog versus Komondor Korean Jindo Dog versus Australian Shepherd Korean Jindo Dog versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Korean Jindo Dog versus Irish Terrier Korean Jindo Dog versus Fila Brasileiro Korean Jindo Dog versus Norwegian Buhund Korean Jindo Dog versus Westiepoo Korean Jindo Dog versus Shih Tzu Korean Jindo Dog versus Pomsky Korean Jindo Dog versus Braque du Bourbonnais Korean Jindo Dog versus CockapooConclusion: Great Dane 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 Great Dane and the Korean Jindo Dog better suits you and your family.