Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Dutch Shepherd

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Dutch Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
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General Details
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Belgium
Origin Year
1200 AD
1898 AD
Temperament
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
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
Above Average
Average
Personality
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Above Average
Above Average
Hunting
None
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
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
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Rough
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short to Long
Coat Coloring
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Dutch Shepherd
Breed Colors
Gold Brindle
Gold Brindle
Silver Brindle
Silver Brindle
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