Learn about the Korean 'national dog' variety

North Korea's Changbai Mountain Range is not only famous for its beautiful scenery, it is also home to a special breed of dog associated with the history of the Korean people, Pungsan (Phung Son). This breed originated from Pungsan region, now Kim Hyong-gwon district, Ryanggang province, Korea.

The Pungsan dog is famous for being smart, agile and ready to fight with the enemy. Pungsan dogs are trained by Koreans as hunting dogs because they have very good observation ability as well as loyalty to their owners as shown with the ball.

Once an enemy or prey appears, this dog fights more aggressively and fiercely than any other breed. The Pungsan dog rushes to bite the opponent and refuses to let go when the opponent has not fallen.

Pungsan dogs, dogs associated with the history of people on the Korean peninsula.(Photo: TTTT - KN)

This dog has a big and strong hind legs to run fast on the hilly terrain, the eyes of the Pungsan are quite small. The ears of this breed are small in size, facing forward or sides. The neck of the Pungsan dog is short and thick, its tail curled.

The male dog's belly is higher than that of a bitch and the male's speed is usually faster. Compared to other breeds, the Pungsan dog's legs are shorter but the breed still has the ability to move quickly. Pungsan dog's fur is usually white, some have pale yellow fur.

Males are about 55cm tall, weigh between 24 and 28kg, and females are about 53cm tall, weighing between 22 and 24kg. Pungsan dogs produce between 5 and 6 pigs per litter, which takes about 60 days for a puppy to stop breastfeeding.

Pungsan dogs are very resistant to cold and disease prevention. In Korea, people continue to maintain the purity of this breed, even the Pungsan dog is considered to be a 'living thing'.