English Springer Spaniel vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Compare English Springer Spaniels to Pembroke Welsh Corgis. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

English Springer Spaniel vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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General Details
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
10-12 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
20-30 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin Country
Spain
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
45-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Energy Level
Medium to High
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
26 MPH
23 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
None
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Cystinuria
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Shaggy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
English Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Colors
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