Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Compare the Collie to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Collies and Pembroke Welsh Corgis.

Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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General Details
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
50-80 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Collie
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
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
25-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Maintenance
High
Medium
Shedding
High to Very High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above 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
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Average Lifespan
14-16 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Cyclic Neutropenia
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
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Coat Length
Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Collie
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Colors
Blue Merle
Blue Merle
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
Sable and White
Sable and White
White
White
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