Sapsali
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| Name | Sapsali |
| Other names | Sapsal Gae, Sapsaree, Exorcising Dog, Ghost Hunting Clever Dog |
| Origin |  South Korea |
| Breed Group | Hound |
| Size | Medium to Large |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 11-13 years |
| Temperament |
Friendly Gentle Loyal Playful Protective |
| Height |
Male: 50–60 cm (20–24 in) Female: 48–58 cm (19–23 in) |
| Weight |
Male: 18–27 kg (40-60 lbs) Female: 16–25 kg (35-55 lbs) |
| Colors |
Black Brown Reddish-orange Golden Yellowish-blonde |
| Litter Size | 4-6 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average (Unknown)
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Breed Characteristics |
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| Apartment Friendly |
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| Cat Friendly |
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| Child Friendly |
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| Dog Friendly |
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| Exercise Needs |
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| Grooming |
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| Health Issues |
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| Intelligence |
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| Playfulness |
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| Shedding Level |
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| Stranger Friendly |
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| Trainability |
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| Watchdog Ability |
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Sapsali Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Buddy | Daisy |
| 02 | Charlie | Bella |
| 03 | Toby | Chloe |
| 04 | Jack | Luna |
| 05 | Louie | Abbie |
| 06 | Duke | Penny |
| 07 | Buster | Lola |
| 08 | Bentley | Stella |
| 09 | Riley | Ruby |
| 10 | Bailey | Penny |
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Overview |
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The Sapsaree has been called a "lion dog" for its bulky and strong upper body and its large and imposing paws. Sapsarees are medium-sized and slightly tall. Their adult coat is long and abundant, and comes in various colors, including solid and/or mixed shades of black, golden yellowish-blonde, reddish-orange, browns, and salt-and-pepper greys. Their hair falls over the eyes in the same manner as that of the Old English Sheepdog. The Sapsaree's friendly outer appearance is matched by its innate patience and congeniality towards other animals and human beings. They are known to be playful in a group setting and have long been acknowledged and valued for their loyalty. |
History |
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The breed was very popular among aristocrats of Silla and may have been used as military dogs. After the collapse of Unified Silla, the Sapsaree breed became popular throughout the Korean peninsula, appearing in classic Chosun era literary works such as "Chunhyangjeon" and "Yeolha Ilgi". They were slaughtered in large numbers by the Japanese when Korea was under Japanese rule to make winter coats for its military in Manchuria. Near extinction in the mid-1980s, the breed was revived using the eight remaining dogs. |
References
- [1] ^ YouTube: Sapsali Dog Breed - Facts and Information
