Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Spanish Water Dog

Compare the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Spanish Water Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Spanish Water Dogs.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Spanish Water Dog
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
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General Details
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
16-20 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Spain
Origin Year
1200 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
None
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
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
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Spanish Water Dog
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
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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