Australian Cattle Dog vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi

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

Australian Cattle Dog vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1840 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
Below Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
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
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
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