Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1200 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
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