Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
House-trained,
Story
Meet Danpoong
9-Month-Old Neutered Male | Jindo Corgi Mix | 9 kg | Available for Adoption
Danpoong is a sweet, playful young boy who was rescued from a municipal shelter just before euthanasia. He has been thriving in a foster home for the past three months, where he has grown into a happy, affectionate companion with a wonderful personality.
At only 9 months old, Danpoong is still learning about the world. Like many young dogs, he continues to build confidence every day, and it’s been amazing to watch his progress.
About Danpoong
Breed: Jindo Corgi Mix
Age: 9 months
Sex: Neutered Male
Weight: 9 kg (20 lbs)
Height: Approximately 41 cm (16 in) at the shoulder
Coat: Brown / Black / Ivory
People
Danpoong absolutely loves people and is naturally curious. He usually warms up to strangers very quickly, especially if they have treats! While he’s friendly, he can be startled by sudden movements, loud voices, or people approaching too quickly. Given a calm introduction, he relaxes easily and happily accepts affection.
Once he trusts you, he’s incredibly affectionate and will even roll over to show his belly. He is comfortable being gently picked up by supporting him under his body.
Dogs
If your dog is looking for a playmate, Danpoong would be thrilled!
He enjoys dogs of all sizes and especially loves playing with dogs around his own age. His excitement level definitely goes up when he meets playful friends—he may run, bark during play, and wrestle enthusiastically. With older or calmer dogs, he’ll politely say hello before moving on if they aren’t interested.
Even when another dog behaves rudely, Danpoong prefers to avoid conflict rather than respond.
Cats & Small Animals
Danpoong hasn’t been formally cat-tested. During walks, he becomes excited when he sees cats because he’d like to investigate or play, but he responds well to his handler and quickly redirects his attention.
He may also occasionally want to chase birds, which appears to come from curiosity rather than prey drive.
Energy Level
Danpoong has a moderate energy level.
He loves outdoor adventures, walks, and playtime, but once he’s had enough exercise, he settles nicely at home. He enjoys chewing on his toys and is generally calm after his daily activities.
Like many puppies, he occasionally chewed shoes or blankets when he was younger, but with consistent guidance he has learned what is and isn’t appropriate. If told “No,” he immediately lets go. Every once in a while you might still find a tiny chew mark—he is, after all, still a puppy!
When he doesn’t get enough exercise or mental stimulation, he may lick his paws or gently nibble at himself out of boredom. A fun play session or enrichment toy quickly redirects him.
Walking
Danpoong enjoys walks and is continuing to improve his leash manners.
He still pulls at times, but he has made tremendous progress through consistent training. He’s beginning to check in with his handler, make eye contact, and walk more calmly. Every now and then he’ll look up as if to say, “Want to run together?”—and he absolutely lights up if you join him for a little jog!
Because he’s still young, loud city noises and unfamiliar objects can be intimidating. However, his confidence has improved dramatically. In the past he would panic and try to flee from scary situations. Now, although he may still feel nervous, he’s able to respond to cues like “sit,” recover quickly, and happily continue his walk once he’s past the scary area.
His resilience is one of his most endearing qualities.
He can be a little sensitive when putting on his collar or harness, so a calm, gentle approach works best.
At Home
House-trained with a strong preference for outdoor potty.
Quiet overall and rarely barks.
Comfortable resting in a crate/kennel.
No food guarding toward people or other dogs.
Loves food but is surprisingly polite—even if you pick something up before he gets to it, he simply watches instead of trying to grab it.
May bark briefly when inviting another dog or person to play, but otherwise he’s a very quiet companion.
His Ideal Home
Danpoong would thrive with a family that enjoys outdoor activities and will continue helping him build confidence through positive experiences. He’s an affectionate, social young dog who simply needs a little patience as he continues discovering the world.
In return, you’ll have a loyal best friend who loves adventures, adores people and dogs, and fills every day with joy.
Danpoong is ready to find the forever family he’s been waiting for. Could that be you?
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