Breed Comparison: Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Australian Cattle Dog

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Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Australian Cattle Dog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and for the Australian Cattle Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Australian Cattle Dog.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog: Overview

A very important difference between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Australian Cattle Dog is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are Herding Dogs. This means both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Australian Cattle Dog based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog

FactorPembroke Welsh CorgiAustralian Cattle Dog
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Height10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span12 to 14 years12 to 15 years
Does NOT chew on things4/51/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/52/5
Weight22 to 31 pounds30 to 50 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone3/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather3/54/5
Dog Friendly3/54/5
General Health3/55/5
Low Prey Drive3/52/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/51/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/52/5
Good For Novice Owners4/51/5
Easygoing2/52/5
Tolerates Cold Weather4/54/5
Kid-Friendly4/53/5
Easy To Groom4/54/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight2/52/5
NOT Rambunctious2/51/5
Minimal Exercise Needs2/51/5
Potential For Playfulness4/55/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/52/5
Does NOT Shed1/53/5
Easy To Train5/55/5
Intelligence5/55/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl1/54/5
Average Lifespan13.0 years13.5 years
Average Price$1700$800
Price Range$1200 – $2000$500 – $900
Temperament Score79.6 percent79.6 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia (evaluation at two years or older)
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy RCD4
    • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds1654
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds)1110

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Australian Cattle Dog. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Australian Cattle Dog is 76 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Australian Cattle Dog. So, you should get a Pembroke Welsh Corgi!

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are most different:

  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are not prone to nip and chew at things. However, Australian Cattle Dogs are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are good for new dog owners. However, Australian Cattle Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very friendly towards strangers. However, Australian Cattle Dogs are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Australian Cattle Dogs are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are most similar:

  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are very playful.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are very easy to train.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are highly intelligent.

    • Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi weighs 22 to 31 pounds when fully grown. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, the Australian Cattle Dog weighs 30 to 50 pounds when fully grown. The Australian Cattle Dog is 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Size of Australian Cattle Dog

    Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Colors

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • White / Cream
    • Merle (Red)
    • Bicolor

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • White / Cream
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

    Australian Cattle Dog Colors

    The Australian Cattle Dog comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Merle (Blue)
    • Black
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Merle (Red)
    • Bicolor
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • White / Cream
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Brindle

    The Australian Cattle Dog comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • White / Cream
    • Apricot / Beige
    • Black
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Harlequin
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Merle (Blue)
    • Gray / Blue / Silver
    • Merle (Red)

    Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

    The lifespan of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of the Australian Cattle Dog is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Australian Cattle Dog is 13.5 years.

    The Australian Cattle Dog live longer than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

    Temperament of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus the Australian Cattle Dog

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has the same temperament score as the Australian Cattle Dog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 79.6 percent while the temperament score for the Australian Cattle Dog is 79.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 79.6 percent, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 79.6 percent, the Australian Cattle Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog by measuring the temperaments of 216 Pembroke Welsh Corgis and 201 Australian Cattle Dogs.

    Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Australian Cattle Dog

    The average price of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy is $1700. The price of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of a Pembroke Welsh Corgi can be as low as $100 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1329 Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Australian Cattle Dog puppy is $800. The price of the Australian Cattle Dog typically ranges from $500 – $900. However, the price of the Australian Cattle Dog can be as low as $100 and as high as $4500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1088 Australian Cattle Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Australian Cattle Dog.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Australian Cattle Dog
    Average Price $1700 $800
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $500 to $900

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Australian Cattle Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Australian Cattle Dog puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pembroke Welsh Corgis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pembroke Welsh Corgis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Australian Cattle Dogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Australian Cattle Dogs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy or the Australian Cattle Dog puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

    The Intelligence of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus the Intelligence of the Australian Cattle Dog

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Australian Cattle Dog
    Intelligence Rank 11 out of 130 dog breeds 10 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After Fewer Than 5 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.

    • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has an obedience intelligence rank of 11 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Pembroke Welsh Corgis tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Australian Cattle Dog has an obedience intelligence rank of 10 out of 130 dog breeds. The Australian Cattle Dog belongs to the `Brightest Dogs` category. This means that Australian Cattle Dogs tend to learn new commands after fewer than 5 repetitions.

    The Australian Cattle Dog is more intelligent than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Popularity of Australian Cattle Dog

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more popular with dog owners than the Australian Cattle Dog. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 16 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Australian Cattle Dog is 54 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Australian Cattle Dog

    Popularity of Australian Cattle Dog

    Year Pembroke Welsh Corgi Popularity Rank Australian Cattle Dog Popularity Rank
    2013 24 58
    2014 22 55
    2015 20 56
    2016 18 54
    2017 15 56
    2018 13 55
    2019 10 55
    2020 11 54
    2021 11 51

    Health Problems of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Health Problems of Australian Cattle Dog

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Australian Cattle Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Australian Cattle Dog than for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    2 health tests are recommended for Pembroke Welsh Corgi while 9 tests are recommended for the Australian Cattle Dog.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgis and in Australian Cattle Dogs.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health Problems

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Pembroke Welsh Corgis for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pembroke Welsh Corgis here.

    Australian Cattle Dog Health Problems

    Australian Cattle Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Australian Cattle Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Australian Cattle Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Australian Cattle Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Australian Cattle Dogs for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia (evaluation at two years or older)
  • Eye Examination – Min Age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • prcd-Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy RCD4

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Australian Cattle Dogs here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Australian Cattle Dogs

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed is Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    This is because the Pembroke Welsh Corgi ranks 2 out of 70 dog breeds for Degenerative Myelopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 4428 Pembroke Welsh Corgis, 2360 of them had Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Pembroke Welsh Corgis, and how common these diseases are in Pembroke Welsh Corgis relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 2 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Von Willebrands problems: Rank 5 out of 15 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 41 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 79 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 85 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 109 out of 145 Dog Breeds

    • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Australian Cattle Dog Breed is Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    This is because the Australian Cattle Dog ranks 1 out of 32 dog breeds for Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 3606 Australian Cattle Dogs, 378 of them had Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Australian Cattle Dogs, and how common these diseases are in Australian Cattle Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 1 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 2 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 5 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 5 out of 8 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 15 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 32 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 38 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 39 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 62 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 63 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 104 out of 145 Dog Breeds

    • The table below lists the common health problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgi and in Australian Cattle Dog and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog:

    Disease Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rank Australian Cattle Dog Rank
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 2 out of 70 dog breeds 38 out of 70 dog breeds
    Von Willebrands problems 5 out of 15 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 41 out of 198 dog breeds 62 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 79 out of 144 dog breeds 39 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 85 out of 182 dog breeds 32 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 109 out of 145 dog breeds 104 out of 145 dog breeds
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 1 out of 32 dog breeds
    Baer Hearing Test problems Not Common 2 out of 21 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 5 out of 49 dog breeds
    Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems Not Common 5 out of 8 dog breeds
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 15 out of 17 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 63 out of 159 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Australian Cattle Dogs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Australian Cattle Dogs?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Australian Cattle Dogs shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Australian Cattle Dog?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Australian Cattle Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Australian Cattle Dog?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Australian Cattle Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Australian Cattle Dogs?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Australian Cattle Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Australian Cattle Dog?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Australian Cattle Dogs are very easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Australian Cattle Dog

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Australian Cattle Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Australian Cattle Dogs?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Australian Cattle Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Australian Cattle Dog?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Australian Cattle Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Australian Cattle Dogs?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Australian Cattle Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Australian Cattle Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Australian Cattle Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Australian Cattle Dog

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Australian Cattle Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Australian Cattle Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Australian Cattle Dogs can tolerate hot weather.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Australian Cattle Dog?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Australian Cattle Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Australian Cattle Dog?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Australian Cattle Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    You may also be interested in how the Pembroke Welsh Corgi compares to other breeds aside from the Australian Cattle Dog. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Golden Retriever     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Silky Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus German Longhaired Pointer     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Lowchen     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Sussex Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Tibetan Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Bracco Italiano     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Saluki     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Bloodhound     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Dutch Shepherd     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shiba Inu     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Toy Fox Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Chihuahua     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Tibetan Mastiff     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Border Collie     

    Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Cattle Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Australian Cattle Dog better suits you and your family.