Comparison: Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Welsh Corgi (Cardigan)

Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Welsh Corgi (Cardigan) are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Photo: Damon D'Amato, CC BY 2.0, source
Welsh Corgi (Cardigan)
Photo: Svenska Mässan from Sweden, CC BY 2.0, source
Pembroke Welsh CorgiWelsh Corgi (Cardigan)
FCI group1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)1. Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs)
Country of originUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
CategoryMedium–
Height at withers25–30 cm–
Weight10–14 kg–
Life span12–14 years–
Recognition features
  • Long low body on short legs
  • Large erect ears and a fox-like head
  • Naturally short tail, red-and-white or tricolour coat
  • Low, long dog with a fox-like brush set in line with the body
  • Large erect ears and a short to medium hard coat
  • Colours: blue merle, brindle, red, sable, tricolour
CoatMedium-length straight coat with a dense undercoat.Short or medium hard weather-proof coat with good undercoat, preferably straight; blue merle, brindle, red, sable, tricolour with brindle or red points; with or without white markings.
PurposeA Welsh cattle herder that nipped at heels, its low build keeping it clear of kicks; famed as a favourite of Queen Elizabeth II.A sturdy, mobile Welsh drover-type dog, originally a cattle herder, now mainly a companion.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.