Nureongi
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 A Nureongi | |||||||||||||||||
| Other names | Korean Yellow Spitz Hwanggu | ||||||||||||||||
| Origin | South Korea | ||||||||||||||||
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| Korean name | |
| Hangul | 누렁이 |
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| Revised Romanization | Nureongi |
| McCune–Reischauer | Nurŏngi |
| Alternate name | |
| Hangul | 황구 |
| Hanja | 黃狗 |
| Revised Romanization | Hwanggu |
| McCune–Reischauer | Hwanggu |
The Nureongi (Korean: 누렁이; lit. yellow one[2]), also known as the Korean Yellow Spitz or Hwanggu (황구; 黃狗), is a common, spitz-type dogs with yellowish coloring endemic to the Korean peninsula.[3][2]
Nureongi has bat-like ears, a tail that stands upright, and a body with a square shape. They are characterized by a double coat, consisting of a longer outer layer and a soft, dense undercoat.[1] They are known for their athleticism, agility, and alertness, often seen hunting in packs. They are incredibly loyal, loving, and devoted to their owners, forming strong bonds with their families. However, they can sometimes be aggressive towards strangers.[1]
Nureongi is the primary dog breed raised in Korea for meat.[2][4]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Martin, John (9 November 2021). "Korean Dog Breeds: 7 Unique Breeds with Pictures". Pawesome. Retrieved 29 December 2024.
- ^ a b c Podberscek, A.L. (2009). "Good to pet and eat: The keeping and consuming of dogs and cats in South Korea" (PDF). Journal of Social Issues. 65 (3): 615–632. CiteSeerX 10.1.1.596.7570. doi:10.1111/j.1540-4560.2009.01616.x. Archived from the original (PDF) on 2016-04-18. Retrieved 2016-06-25.
- ^ Morris, Desmond (2008). Dogs: The Ultimate Dictionary of over 1,000 Dog Breeds (First Paperback ed.). North Pomfret, Vermont: Trafalgar Square Publishing. p. 585. ISBN 978-1-57076-410-3.
- ^ Ann, Yong Geun (1999). "Dog Meat Foods in Korea". The Korean Journal Of Food And Nutrition. 12 (4): 397-408.