Peruvian Inca Orchid vs Welsh Sheepdog

Compare the Peruvian Inca Orchid to the Welsh Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Peruvian Inca Orchids and Welsh Sheepdogs.

Peruvian Inca Orchid vs Welsh Sheepdog
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
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General Details
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-26 Inches
16-19 Inches
Weight
9-55 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Origin Country
Peru
United Kingdom
Origin Year
750 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Stubborn
Living Environment
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
65-90 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Common Health Issues
Skin allergies
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Skin infections
Irritable bowel syndrome
Sunburn
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Bald
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Hairless to Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Welsh Sheepdog
Breed Colors
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