Dog breed comparison
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi
How the two compare on size, temperament, training, grooming and health, and which suits your home.
At a glance
Side by side.
| Trait | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Cardigan Welsh Corgi |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Herding Dogs | Herding Dogs |
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Height | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 10 inches to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | Up to 30 pounds | 25 to 38 pounds |
| Life span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Energy | ||
| Exercise needs | ||
| Easy to train | ||
| Intelligence | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Good with other dogs | ||
| Friendly with strangers | ||
| Shedding | ||
| Easy to groom | ||
| Barking | ||
| Apartment living | ||
| First-time owners | ||
| Copes alone | ||
| Drooling | ||
| General health |
Ratings are 1 to 5, from our breed database. Every pet is an individual.
Key differences
Where they differ most.
Friendly with strangers
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is friendlier with strangers than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
Energy
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has more energy than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
Exercise needs
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi needs more exercise than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
Easy to train
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is easier to train than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
Shedding
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi sheds more than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
Easy to groom
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is easier to groom than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
Which to choose
Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Choose the Pembroke Welsh Corgi if…
- You have lots of visitors (it is friendlier with strangers)
- You want an active, playful companion (it has more energy)
- You’re out walking, running or hiking most days (it needs more exercise)
- You want a dog that is easier to train
Choose the Cardigan Welsh Corgi if…
- You want a more watchful dog (it is more reserved with strangers)
- You’d like a calmer pet (it is calmer)
- You have less time for long walks (it needs less exercise)
- You want a dog that sheds less
Questions.
Which is easier to train, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is generally easier to train than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Short, positive, reward-based sessions work best for both.
Which is better for families, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Both are usually good with children when well socialised. Always supervise young children with any pet.
Which sheds less?
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi sheds less than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. No breed is completely hair-free; regular brushing helps with both.
