Breed Comparison: Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen? 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are similar in size. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are both small-sized dogs.

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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

FactorPembroke Welsh CorgiPetit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Height10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span12 to 14 years12 to 14 years
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/51/5
Weight22 to 31 pounds30 to 40 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone3/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather3/53/5
Dog Friendly3/55/5
General Health3/53/5
Low Prey Drive3/51/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/52/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/54/5
Good For Novice Owners4/53/5
Easygoing2/53/5
Tolerates Cold Weather4/54/5
Kid-Friendly4/55/5
Easy To Groom4/52/5
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 Strangers5/55/5
Does NOT Shed1/52/5
Easy To Train5/51/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl1/51/5
Average Lifespan13.0 years13.0 years
Average Price$1700No Data
Price Range$1200 – $2000No Data
Temperament Score79.6 percent88.9 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		• No Data
    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds16152
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds)1162

    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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, you should get a Pembroke Welsh Corgi!

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most different:

  • 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. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

    • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most similar:

  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very playful.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    • Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

    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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen weighs 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Size of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Colors

    The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

    The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

      Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 13.0 years.

      The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen live as long as the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

      Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      Temperament of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

      The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has a better temperament than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

      This is because the temperament score for the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 88.9 percent while the temperament score for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 88.9 percent, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

      The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen by measuring the temperaments of 216 Pembroke Welsh Corgis and 9 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.

      Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      The Intelligence of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus the Intelligence of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
      Intelligence Rank 11 out of 130 dog breeds 62 out of 130 dog breeds
      Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

      The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more intelligent than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

      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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen over the years.

      Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more popular with dog owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 152 out of about 200 dog breeds.

      Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

      Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

      Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      Popularity of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      Year Pembroke Welsh Corgi Popularity Rank Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Popularity Rank
      2013 24 138
      2014 22 150
      2015 20 143
      2016 18 148
      2017 15 160
      2018 13 156
      2019 10 152
      2020 11 164
      2021 11 161

      Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can be left alone only for a short time.

      Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

      Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

      Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

      Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

      Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along very well with other dogs.

      Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

      Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

      Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

      Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens do have a very low tendency to drool.

      How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

      Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

      Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

      Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

      Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

      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.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

      Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

      Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

      Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.

      Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

      Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

      Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are OK 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:

      Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Peek A Poo     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Cairn Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Affenhuahua     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Beaglier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Miniature Schnauzer     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Lhasapoo     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus German Longhaired Pointer     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Italian Greyhound     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Field Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Cavachon     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Hovawart     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shiranian     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Catahoula Bulldog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Carolina Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Akita     

      Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.