Differences and Similarities between the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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Korean Jindo Dog Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel? 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 Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Korean Jindo Dog and for the Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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

Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are similar in size. The Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.

Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Korean Jindo Dog to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Korean Jindo Dog Welsh Springer Spaniel
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 – 15 years 10 to 15 years
Height 19.5 to 21 (males), 18.5 to 20 inches (females) 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Weight 35 – 60 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1050 No Data
Price Range $1000 – $1050 No Data
Temperament Score 100.0 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Korean Jindo Dog 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Korean Jindo Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a better pet than the Korean Jindo Dog. So, you should get the Welsh Springer Spaniel!

    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 Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:

  • Korean Jindo Dogs require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.
  • Korean Jindo Dogs are not easy to train. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.
  • Korean Jindo Dogs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very playful.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    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.

    On the other hand, Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Springer Spaniels are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.

    Korean Jindo Dogs live longer than Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Temperament of the Korean Jindo Dog Versus the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The Korean Jindo Dog has the same temperament score as the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

    This is because the temperament score for the Korean Jindo Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Welsh Springer Spaniel is 100.0 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 100.0 percent, the Korean Jindo Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Welsh Springer Spaniel has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 2 Korean Jindo Dogs and 6 Welsh Springer Spaniels.

    Adopting the Korean Jindo Dog versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Korean Jindo Dogs and many Welsh Springer Spaniels 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 Korean Jindo Dog named Lucas that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Korean Jindo Dogs like Lucas on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Korean Jindo Dogs, Welsh Springer Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Sage is a Male Welsh Springer Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Welsh Springer Spaniels like Sage that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Korean Jindo Dogs and Welsh Springer Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Korean Jindo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Korean Jindo Dogs shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Korean Jindo Dog or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Korean Jindo Dog or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Korean Jindo Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    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.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Korean Jindo Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Korean Jindo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Korean Jindo Dog vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Korean Jindo Dog or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Korean Jindo Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Korean Jindo Dogs good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Korean Jindo Dogs and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Korean Jindo Dog Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Korean Jindo Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Korean Jindo Dogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Korean Jindo Dog or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Alaskan Malamute (72 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Bedlington Terrier (75 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Bedlington Terrier.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (76 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kai Ken (77 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Kai Ken.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Finnish Lapphund (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs Finnish Lapphund.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Korean Jindo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Vizsla     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Afghan Hound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Pointer     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus American Foxhound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Japanese Spitz     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Dalmatian     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Schnoodle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Keeshond     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus French Bulldog     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Basset Hound     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Beagle     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Brussels Griffon     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Kishu Ken     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Finnish Lapphund     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Kooikerhondje     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Finnish Spitz     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Dachshund     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Irish Terrier     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Golden Retriever     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus Miniature Pinscher     Welsh Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer     

    Conclusion: Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Korean Jindo Dog and the Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.