Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Irish Wolfhound

Compare the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Irish Wolfhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Irish Wolfhounds.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Irish Wolfhound
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
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General Details
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
6-8 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
32-35 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
90-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Unspecified
Origin Year
1200 AD
-700 BC
Temperament
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
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
Irish Wolfhound
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
None
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
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
6-8 Years
Health Concerns
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
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
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Irish Wolfhound
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
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
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