Miniature Golden Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Jindos make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

South Korea

Cocker Spaniel, Poodle and Golden Retriever

Spitz-type

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Isabella
Red
Cream

White
Brindle
Red
Gray
Black

Miniature Golden Retrievers have medium-length coats.

Jindos have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Miniature Golden Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Jindo can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Subaortic Stenosis
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Atopy

Hip Dysplasia

Skin Evaluation
Electrocardiogram
BAER Testing
Neurological Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests

Miniature Golden Retrievers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Jindos require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Miniature Golden Retriever dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Jindos are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Jindos are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Miniature Golden Retriever, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jindo, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Miniature Golden Retrievers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Jindos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Miniature Golden Retriever should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Jindo should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-45 pound (9 - 20 kg) Miniature Golden Retriever feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 40-51 pound (18 - 23 kg) Jindo feed 2.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Jindos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Jindos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Miniature Golden Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Jindos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.