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Pungsan Dog Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Pungsan Dog so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginKorea flagKorea
Common Names & Aliases
What other names is a Pungsan Dog known by? Discover all traditional, regional and informal names used for this breed.
Korean PhungsanKorean PoongsanPoongsan
Breed Classification
What type of dog breed is a Pungsan Dog? Learn about its genetic classification and breeding category.
Cross Breed

Pungsan Dog Size and Weight

Size Classification
What size category is a Pungsan Dog? Learn how big the Pungsan Dog breed typically grows.
Large
Weight Statistics
How much does a Pungsan Dog weigh? Discover typical weight ranges for adult males and females of the Pungsan Dog breed.
Male: 50-70 pounds (23-32 kg), Female: 40-60 pounds (18-26 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Pungsan Dog?
Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Pungsan Dog? Pungsan Dog height:
Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Pungsan Dog?
Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Pungsan Dog Price and Availability

Price Range
How much does a Pungsan Dog puppy cost? Find current market prices and factors affecting Pungsan Dog costs.
Unknown
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Availability
How easy is it to get a Pungsan Dog? How many Pungsan Dog are there in the world?
Average: The Pungsan Dog is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs.

Of course, they may be more popular in some countries, and inbreeding may occur, so be careful.

Pungsan Dog Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligence Rating
How intelligent is a Pungsan Dog? Discover the Pungsan Dog's intelligence ranking and learning capabilities.
Smart: The Pungsan Dog dogs have great intelligence. They understand and memorize new commands in 15-25 repetitions.

The Pungsan Dog is among the smartest dogs in the intelligence ranking.

Training Difficulty
How easy is it to train a Pungsan Dog? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's trainability and response to training methods.
Pungsan Dog dogs are quite easy to train. Sometimes they can be challenging, but if you're consistent in teaching new commands they will obey for sure.
Watchdog Rating
How good is a Pungsan Dog as a watchdog? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's alertness and guarding instincts.
Pungsan Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're very consistent in their effort. The best vocal cords and sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're very territorial and protective about their property, so the Pungsan Dog dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Territorial Protection
Is a Pungsan Dog protective of its territory? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's guarding instincts and behavior.
Pungsan Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Pungsan Dog can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Pungsan Dog will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Pungsan Dog Personality and Temperament

Personality Traits
What personality does a Pungsan Dog have? Learn about characteristic Pungsan Dog temperament and behavior traits.
IndependentEnergeticProtectiveIntelligentObedientDominantLoyalTerritorial
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Pungsan Dog sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Pungsan Dog dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Pungsan Dog a good family dog?
High: Pungsan Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Korean Phungsan need? Pungsan Dog social needs:
Pungsan Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. This breed likes being around people or other animals, but they don't mind being left alone for a few hours either.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Pungsan Dog to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Pungsan Dog roam?
Pungsan Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. Safer to walk them on a leash unless you teach them how to get back to you on command. This breed is also able to cause damage to your fence.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Pungsan Dog have high prey drive?
Pungsan Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. Cats or any other small animals are in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Pungsan Dog dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Pungsan Dog Activity and Playfulness

Barking Frequency
Does a Pungsan Dog bark a lot? Learn about typical Pungsan Dog vocalization patterns and triggers.
Average: The Pungsan Dog barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Playful Nature
How playful is a Pungsan Dog? Understand the typical play drive and energy level of the Pungsan Dog breed.
Average: Pungsan Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. Sometimes they bark in excitement for playing, but they are not the most playful dog breed.
Apartment Adaptability
Can a Pungsan Dog live in an apartment? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's suitability for apartment living.
Apartment-friendly dog the Pungsan Dog breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Pungsan Dog Adaptability and Independence

Lifestyle Adaptability
How adaptable is a Pungsan Dog to lifestyle changes? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's flexibility to new situations.
Pungsan Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Alone Time Tolerance
Can a Pungsan Dog be left alone? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's tolerance to solitude.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. With proper socialization and quality time with the dog can solve this problem.

Pungsan Dog Bite Characteristics

Bite Risk Assessment
What is a Pungsan Dog biting potential? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's bite risk factors.

Low 🔽

The Pungsan Dog has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthing Tendency
Is a Pungsan Dog mouthy? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's tendency to use mouth during play.
Pungsan Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Pungsan Dog dogs need to be taught a good attitude.
Bite Strength Rating
How strong is a Pungsan Dog bite? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's bite force measured in PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Pungsan Dog bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Pungsan Dog measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Pungsan Dog is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Pungsan Dog bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Pungsan Dog bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Pungsan Dog puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Pungsan Dog, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Pungsan Dog bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Pungsan Dog can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Pungsan Dog Health and Lifespan

Average Lifespan
How long does a Pungsan Dog live? Learn about the typical lifespan of the Pungsan Dog breed.
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pungsan Dog: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
How well does a Pungsan Dog handle different weather? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's climate adaptability.
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. Dogs with a double coat of fur have a layer of fur that insulates their skin and helps protect them from the cold and the heat.
Health Concerns
What health issues are common in a Pungsan Dog? Discover typical conditions affecting the Pungsan Dog breed.
The Pungsan Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
How often does a Pungsan Dog need vet visits? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's veterinary care requirements.
Average
The Pungsan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Pungsan Dog breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Pungsan Dog breed? Most common health risks of Pungsan Dog:
Hip Dysplasia BloatElbow DysplasiaObesity

Pungsan Dog Energy and Activity

Energy Rating
How energetic is a Pungsan Dog? Understand daily activity needs of the Pungsan Dog breed.
Pungsan Dog dogs are high-energy dogs. An active lifestyle makes them happy.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Pungsan Dog need? How much exercise do Pungsan Dog dogs require per day?

Do Pungsan Dog dogs need a lot of exercises?

Pungsan Dog dogs need a lot of exercises. Long walks should be on a daily schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Pungsan Dog breed need?
Pungsan Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Pungsan Dog Diet and Weight Management

Obesity Tendency
Is a Pungsan Dog prone to weight gain? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's obesity risks.
Average: The Pungsan Dog has an average risk for obesity. Daily walks should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Pungsan Dog weight regularly.

Food Consumption
How much food does a Pungsan Dog need daily? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's feeding requirements.
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Pungsan Dog Allergies and Grooming

Allergy Friendliness
Is a Pungsan Dog hypoallergenic? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's suitability for allergy sufferers.
No
Pungsan Dog dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Coat Colors
What colors does a Pungsan Dog come in? Discover all possible Pungsan Dog color variations.
Cream White
Grooming Requirements
How much grooming does a Pungsan Dog need? Learn about Pungsan Dog coat maintenance requirements.
Advanced: The Pungsan Dog requires a lot of grooming. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer can be helpful sometimes.

Regular brushed dog's coat is less likely to shed. Ears and eyes should be cleaned often to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Occasional dog nail trimming and dog baths are important.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and to give your Pungsan Dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Pungsan Dog, search for the best dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.
Drooling Tendency
Does a Pungsan Dog drool a lot? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's drooling habits.
The Pungsan Dog is an average drooler. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Stinkiness Rating
Does a Pungsan Dog smell bad? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's natural odor levels.

Medium

The Pungsan Dog has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Coat Characteristics
What type of coat does a Pungsan Dog have? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's fur characteristics.
FineSoftDoubleHarsh
Bathing Needs
How often does a Pungsan Dog need baths? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's bathing requirements.
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. While a good bath every now and then is a great way to keep your buddy from becoming overly smelly, be mindful about overbathing.

Bathing will wash away your dog’s natural oils, while a simple brushing every few days should keep them clean.

Shedding Level
How much do Pungsan Dog dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Korean Phungsan? Do Pungsan Dog dogs shed a lot?
Pungsan Dog dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Pungsan Dog breed.

Pungsan Dog Good With

Child Compatibility
Is a Pungsan Dog good with children? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's behavior around kids of different ages.
Pungsan Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Pet Compatibility
How well does a Pungsan Dog get along with other pets? Discover the Pungsan Dog's compatibility with other animals.
Pungsan Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Pungsan Dog temperament with other people:
Pungsan Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
How well do Pungsan Dog dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Pungsan Dog breed live with a cat?
Pungsan Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Pungsan Dog good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Pungsan Dog dogs get along with other dogs?
Pungsan Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Pungsan Dog breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Pungsan Dog breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Pungsan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Pungsan Dog dogs good office canines? Do Pungsan Dog dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Pungsan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Pungsan Dog dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Korean Phungsan temperament with senior people? Are Pungsan Dog dogs good for elderly owners?
Pungsan Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pungsan Dog As a Working Dog

Service Dog Capability
Can a Pungsan Dog be a service dog? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's service work potential.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Pungsan Dog is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Work Suitability
Is a Pungsan Dog good as a therapy dog? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's therapy work aptitude.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Pungsan Dog is not the best breed for therapeutic purposes.

Scent Detection Ability
Is a Pungsan Dog good at detection work? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's scenting abilities.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Pungsan Dog is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search & Rescue Potential
Can a Pungsan Dog do search and rescue? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's SAR capabilities.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Pungsan Dog is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Maritime Work Ability
Is a Pungsan Dog good on boats? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's maritime capabilities.

Not really

Pungsan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Draft Work Capability
Can a Pungsan Dog pull carts? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's drafting abilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Pungsan Dog is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Military Service Background
Was a Pungsan Dog used in military service? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's military history.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pungsan Dog Reproducibility

Puppy Litter Size
How many puppies does a Pungsan Dog usually have? Learn about typical litter sizes.
1-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
How long is a Pungsan Dog pregnant? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's gestation period.

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Pungsan Dog: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Breeding Frequency
How often can a Pungsan Dog have puppies? Learn about safe breeding intervals.

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.

Pungsan Dog Recognition

AKC Classification
What AKC group is a Pungsan Dog in? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's AKC classification.
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
What FCI group is a Pungsan Dog in? Learn about the Pungsan Dog's international classification.
Not recognized by FCI.

Pungsan Dog Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligence Rating: Smart: The Pungsan Dog dogs have great intelligence.
  • Apartment Adaptability: Apartment-friendly dog the Pungsan Dog breed.
  • Watchdog Rating: Pungsan Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
  • Lifestyle Adaptability: Pungsan Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
  • Child Compatibility: Pungsan Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Pungsan Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Pungsan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Cons
  • Allergy Friendliness: Pungsan Dog dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Grooming Requirements: Advanced: The Pungsan Dog requires a lot of grooming.
  • Shedding Level: Pungsan Dog dogs shed above average.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Pungsan Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
  • Cat Friendly: Pungsan Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
  • Office Friendly: Pungsan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.

Pungsan Dog History

The Pungsan dog (also known as the ‘Poongsan dog’)  is one of only three dog breeds native to Korea (the other breeds are the Sapsali and the Korean Jindo). The Pungsan is the rarest and least internationally known among them.  Although their exact origin story is quite shady due to the absence of records most of the researchers of the breed agree on that they developed in the mountains of North Korea as a hunting dog at some point during the Joseon dynasty, which lasted from 1392 until 1897. Some experts claim that they are the descendants of the Siberian Laika, according to others they are a mix of Mastiff and Herding breeds.  It was likely for the dogs in the area to mate with wolfs and according to some experts, Pungsans are the ultimate results of this.  Most of them explain their hunting ability, aggressive natures, and intelligence with wolf genes in their bloodline. What is known, is that this courageous dog would have been largely used for hunting large predators, legends even refer to a Pungsan dog who defeated a Siberian Tiger in battle but they would have also been kept for companionship and as guard dogs.

During the Japanese occupation in the first decades of the 20th century, their population decreased even though they were declared as a national treasure in 1942, because before that their warm and thick fur was prized as a material for fur coats for the Japanese military. After getting back its sovereignty the North Korean government forbidden the export of these dogs across the borders in order to protect the purity of and re-establish the breed, but these rules weren’t always followed, the breed could be seen in South Korea and in China as well.

In 2000 these dogs became diplomatic instruments when they were gifted from the president of North Korea (Kim Jong-il at the time ) to the president of South Korea (Kim Dae-Jung) at the inter- Korean summit. In return, Kim Jong-Il received two Jindo dogs, which are native in the South. The Pungsan dogs were male and female. In the beginning, they lived in the ‘Blue House’ in Seoul, (the official residence of the South Korean president) for a while and they were later moved to the zoo of Seoul where they gave birth to 15 puppies before both dying at age 13. These two dogs were accorded special status as guests of the state. They have been bred from and the lines produced are highly valued today but are not currently recognized by any major kennel clubs.

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Pungsan Dog Comments, Reviews and Questions

  • kim jong un

    Sep 18, 2019, 2:14:45 PM:

    good boy