Cairn Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi

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

Cairn Terrier vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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General Details
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
14-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
10-14 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1900 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Cairn Terrier
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
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Traits
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Average Lifespan
14-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Luxating patella
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Westie jaw
Krabbe disease
Hepatic Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic vascular anomaly
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
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Cairn Terrier
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
Silver
Silver
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten Brindle
Wheaten Brindle
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
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