Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Sheltie

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

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Sheltie
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
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General Details
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
11-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1200 AD
1909 AD
Temperament
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
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
Sheltie
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
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
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High to Very High
Shedding
Medium
High to Very High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
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
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Collie eye anomaly
Drug sensitivity
Heart problems
Trichiasis
Hemophilia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Silky
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Sheltie
Breed Colors
Black and White
Blue Merle and White
Brindle and White
Red and White
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black, White, and Tan
Blue Merle and White
Blue Merle, White, and Tan
White
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