Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle: Overview
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle
- The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle
- Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle
- Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle
- Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Pyredoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle
- Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Pyredoodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle?
- Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
- Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
- Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle
- How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Pyredoodles?
- Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
- Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Pyredoodles?
- Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Pyredoodle
- Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Pyredoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle? 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 Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Pyredoodle.
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 Pyredoodle.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle
Factor | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Pyredoodle |
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Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder | 15 to 32 inches |
Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 12 years |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Weight | 22 to 31 pounds | 85 to 100 pounds |
Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.0 years |
Average Price | $1700 | $1490 |
Price Range | $1200 – $2000 | $1498 – $1600 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | 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 Pyredoodle. 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 Pyredoodle is 85 out of 125.
Despite the equal Better-Pet score of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle, we still think that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Pyredoodle.
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!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle
Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Pyredoodle.
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 Pyredoodle weighs 85 to 100 pounds when fully grown. The Pyredoodle is 15 to 32 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle
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 Pyredoodle is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Pyredoodle is 11.0 years.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi live longer than the Pyredoodle.
Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Pyredoodle
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 Pyredoodle puppy is $1490. The price of the Pyredoodle typically ranges from $1498 – $1600. However, the price of the Pyredoodle can be as low as $400 and as high as $2100. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 40 Pyredoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Pyredoodle.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Pyredoodle | |
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Average Price | $1700 | $1490 |
Price Range | $1200 to $2000 | $1498 to $1600 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Pyredoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy or the Pyredoodle 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 Pyredoodle
Pembroke Welsh Corgis can be left alone only for a short time.
Pyredoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Pyredoodles?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pyredoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.
Pyredoodles are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.
Pyredoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Pyredoodles?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pyredoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Pyredoodle?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.
Pyredoodles are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle
Pembroke Welsh Corgis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pyredoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Pyredoodles?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pyredoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyredoodle?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Pyredoodles 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 Pyredoodles?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pyredoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyredoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.
Pyredoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Pyredoodle
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.
Pyredoodles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyredoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Pyredoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyredoodle?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.
Pyredoodles adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Pyredoodle?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.
Pyredoodles 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 Pyredoodle. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Terrier Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Yorkshire Terrier Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Schnoodle Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Kerry Blue Terrier Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Dalmatian Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Portuguese Water Dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Border Collie Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Norfolk Terrier Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Tibetan Mastiff Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Mudi Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Akbash Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Goldendoodle Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Toy Fox Terrier Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Affenhuahua Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Clumber Spaniel
Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pyredoodle. 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 Pyredoodle better suits you and your family.