Differences and Similarities between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur.

Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022

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• Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Black Mouth Cur: Introduction
• Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur: Overview
• Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur: Comparison Table
• The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur
• The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur
• Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur
• Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur
• Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur
• Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Black Mouth Cur
• Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur
• Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Black Mouth Curs?
• Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur?
• Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur?
• Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Black Mouth Curs?
• Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Black Mouth Cur?
• Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur
• How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Black Mouth Curs?
• Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Black Mouth Cur?
• Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Black Mouth Curs?
• Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?
• Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Black Mouth Cur
• Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?
• Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds
• Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur. Which One is a Better Pet?

Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Black Mouth Cur: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur? 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 Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur. 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 Black Mouth Cur.

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 Black Mouth Cur.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur: Overview

A very important difference between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Black Mouth Cur is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs 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.

On the other hand, the Black Mouth Cur belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Cur

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 Black Mouth Cur. 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 Black Mouth Cur is 74 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Black Mouth Cur. So, you should get a Pembroke Welsh Corgi!

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur

Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur are most different:

The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur are most similar:

Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur

Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur.

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 Black Mouth Cur weighs 40 to 95 pounds when fully grown. The Black Mouth Cur is 16 to 25 inches when fully grown.

Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Black Mouth Cur

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

Black Mouth Cur Colors

The Black Mouth Cur comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

• Brown / Chocolate
• Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
• Sable
• Apricot / Beige
• Black
• White / Cream
• Red / Chestnut / Orange
• Bicolor
• Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
• Golden

The Black Mouth Cur comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

• Black
• White / Cream
• Sable
• Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
• Golden

Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur

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 Black Mouth Cur is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of the Black Mouth Cur is 15.0 years.

The Black Mouth Cur live longer than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Black Mouth Cur

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 Black Mouth Cur puppy is $720. The price of the Black Mouth Cur typically ranges from $400 – $1350. However, the price of the Black Mouth Cur can be as low as $200 and as high as $1450. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 27 Black Mouth Cur puppies listed for sale from various sources.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Black Mouth Cur.

The charts below show the price distribution for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Black Mouth Cur. For different price points, the charts show how many Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Black Mouth Cur 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 Black Mouth Curs

Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy or the Black Mouth Cur 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.

Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur

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

Black Mouth Curs do not like to be left alone.

Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Black Mouth Curs?

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

Black Mouth Curs shed moderately.

Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

Black Mouth Curs are very easy to groom.

Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

Black Mouth Curs get along fairly well with other dogs.

Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Black Mouth Curs?

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

Black Mouth Curs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Black Mouth Cur?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

Black Mouth Curs are fairly easy to train.

Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur

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

Black Mouth Curs do have a very low tendency to drool.

How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Black Mouth Curs?

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

Black Mouth Curs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Black Mouth Cur?

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

Black Mouth Curs 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 Black Mouth Curs?

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

Black Mouth Curs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Cold Weather?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

Black Mouth Curs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Black Mouth Cur

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.

Black Mouth Curs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Black Mouth Curs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

Black Mouth Curs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Black Mouth Cur?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

Black Mouth Curs do not adapt well to apartment living.

Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Black Mouth Cur?

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

Black Mouth Curs 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 Black Mouth Cur. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:

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Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black Mouth Cur. 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 Black Mouth Cur better suits you and your family.