Macedonia
Serbia

South Korea

Molosser

Spitz-type

Ancient

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brown

White
Brindle
Red
Gray
Black

Sarplaninacs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

A Sarplaninac can have a litter of 12-13 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.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Obesity

Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Eye Tests
Blood Panel

Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests

Sarplaninacs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Jindos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Sarplaninacs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Sarplaninac 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.

Going for walks

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

Sarplaninacs 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 Sarplaninac, it's at least 18 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 Sarplaninacs usually need at least 65 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 Sarplaninac has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Ideally, Sarplaninac 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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 77-99 pound (35 - 45 kg) Sarplaninac feed 4.5 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.

The average cost of a Sarplaninac is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Sarplaninac is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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.

Sarplaninacs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Jindo is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Sarplaninacs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Sarplaninacs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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