Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Golden Retriever

Compare the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Golden Retriever. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Golden Retrievers.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Golden Retriever
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
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General Details
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1200 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
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
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Golden Retriever
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle and White
Brindle and White
Brindle and White
Red and White
Red and White
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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