Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier

Compare the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Jack Russell Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Jack Russell Terriers.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
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General Details
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
13-17 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1200 AD
1819 AD
Temperament
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Cystinuria
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Intervertebral disc disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White and Black
White and Black
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Cream
White and Cream
White and Tan
White and Tan
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