Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs West Highland White Terrier

Compare the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the West Highland White Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cardigan Welsh Corgis and West Highland White Terriers.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs West Highland White Terrier
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
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General Details
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-16 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
15-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1200 AD
1500 AD
Temperament
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
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
Average
Personality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
30-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
None
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
11-16 Years
Health Concerns
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
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
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Shaker syndrome
Westie jaw
Inflammatory bowel disease
Atopic dermatitis
Hyperplastic dermatosis
Krabbe disease
Pulmonary fibrosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
West Highland White Terrier
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
White
White
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