Why you Should Get the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Instead of the Puggle.

Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Puggle: Introduction

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

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

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 Puggle.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle: Overview

Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are similar in size. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Puggle 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 Puggle

FactorPembroke Welsh CorgiPuggle
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Height10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span12 to 14 years10 to 15 years
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/51/5
Weight22 to 31 pounds18 to 30 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone3/53/5
Tolerates Hot Weather3/53/5
Dog Friendly3/55/5
General Health3/54/5
Low Prey Drive3/54/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/54/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/54/5
Good For Novice Owners4/55/5
Easygoing2/53/5
Tolerates Cold Weather4/53/5
Kid-Friendly4/55/5
Easy To Groom4/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight2/51/5
NOT Rambunctious2/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs2/53/5
Potential For Playfulness4/53/5
Affectionate With Family5/53/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/55/5
Does NOT Shed1/53/5
Easy To Train5/52/5
Intelligence5/53/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl1/52/5
Average Lifespan13.0 years12.5 years
Average Price$1700$1430
Price Range$1200 – $2000$895 – $1561
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • No Data

    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 Puggle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125.

    Despite the equal Better-Pet score of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle, we still think that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Puggle.

    This is because Pembroke Welsh Corgis are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the Pembroke Welsh Corgi will come out on top.

    Also, we are biased in favor of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi :-). We are for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. So get a Pembroke Welsh Corgi!

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle 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, Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train. However, Puggles are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle

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

  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle 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 Puggle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are very playful.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle.

    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 Puggle weighs 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. The Puggle is 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Size of Puggle

    Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle

    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

    Puggle Colors

    The Puggle comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • Black
    • Bicolor
    • White / Cream
    • Apricot / Beige
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Sable
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange
    • Brown / Chocolate

    The Puggle comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
    • Golden
    • Black
    • White / Cream
    • Brown / Chocolate
    • Red / Chestnut / Orange

    Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    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 Puggle is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Puggle is 12.5 years.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi live longer than the Puggle.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Puggle

    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 Puggle puppy is $1430. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $895 – $1561. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $100 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 272 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Puggle.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Puggle
    Average Price $1700 $1430
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $895 to $1561

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles

    A breakdown of the prices of Puggles

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

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

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Puggles?

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

    Puggles shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Puggle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Puggles?

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

    Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Puggle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Puggles are not easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Puggle

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

    Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Puggles?

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

    Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?

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

    Puggles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?

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

    Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Puggle

    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.

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Puggles are very good 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 Puggle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Westiepoo     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus German Shepherd Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Affenpinscher     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus King Shepherd     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Catahoula Bulldog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Cesky Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus English Toy Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Toy Fox Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Spinone Italiano     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Beagle     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Sloughi     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shih Tzu     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     

    Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.