A side-by-side comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pembroke Welsh Corgi across size, temperament, grooming, family fit, and more.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Overall, Cardigan Welsh Corgi wins more categories — but the right choice still depends on your family's specific needs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
3 wins
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
0 wins
More family-friendly
These breeds score equally well with families.
Lower maintenance
Cardigan Welsh Corgi sheds less and needs less grooming overall.
Longer-lived
These breeds have a similar expected lifespan.
Calmer
Cardigan Welsh Corgi is generally more relaxed and lower-energy.
Quieter
Cardigan Welsh Corgi tends to bark less.
More trainable
These breeds are equally trainable.
| Breed | Size | Weight | Height | Lifespan | Energy | Shedding | Grooming | Trainable | Affection | Barking | Kids | Dogs | Cats | Apartment | First-timers | Low-allergen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium | 24–37 lb | 11–12 in | 12–15 yr | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | |||||||
| Medium | 20–26 lb | 10–12 in | 12–15 yr | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — |
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pembroke Welsh Corgi are both popular breeds, but they differ meaningfully in day-to-day life. The verdict above scores them on six key dimensions — use it as a starting point, then factor in your specific home, activity level, and family situation.
Overall, Cardigan Welsh Corgi wins more categories — but the right choice still depends on your family's specific needs.