American Eskimo Dog vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Compare the American Eskimo Dog to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between American Eskimo Dogs and Pembroke Welsh Corgis.

American Eskimo Dog vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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General Details
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
9-20 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
6-35 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Diabetes
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Cystinuria
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
American Eskimo Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Colors
White
White
White and Biscuit
White and Biscuit
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
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