Choose a German Shorthaired Lab if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

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Labrador Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

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Brown
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Black

White
Brindle
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Black

German Shorthaired Labs have medium-length coats.

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

A German Shorthaired Lab can have a litter of 7-12 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.

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Hypothyroidism

Ear Infections

Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

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Thyroid Tests

The German Shorthaired Lab is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Dog Parks, Walk, Run, Snuggling

Walking, Sniffing, Dog Parks, Hiking, Road, Walk, Run

German Shorthaired Labs 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 German Shorthaired Lab, it's at least 12 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 German Shorthaired Labs 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.

The German Shorthaired Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Jindo requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) German Shorthaired Lab feed 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.

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.

The average cost of a German Shorthaired Lab is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Jindo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Shorthaired Lab is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Jindo is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

German Shorthaired Labs 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.

The German Shorthaired Lab is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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