Why the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is Better than the Rhodesian Ridgeback as a Pet

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Last Updated: Apr 10, 2022

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Rhodesian Ridgeback: Introduction

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

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

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 Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback: Overview

A very important difference between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Rhodesian Ridgeback is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback

FactorPembroke Welsh CorgiRhodesian Ridgeback
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Height10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span12 to 14 years10 to 12 years
Does NOT chew on things4/53/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/51/5
Weight22 to 31 pounds70 to 85 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone3/52/5
Tolerates Hot Weather3/53/5
Dog Friendly3/54/5
General Health3/54/5
Low Prey Drive3/51/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/52/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living4/51/5
Good For Novice Owners4/52/5
Easygoing2/52/5
Tolerates Cold Weather4/53/5
Kid-Friendly4/54/5
Easy To Groom4/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight2/53/5
NOT Rambunctious2/52/5
Minimal Exercise Needs2/51/5
Potential For Playfulness4/55/5
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/53/5
Does NOT Shed1/52/5
Easy To Train5/52/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl1/55/5
Average Lifespan13.0 years11.0 years
Average Price$1700$1560
Price Range$1200 – $2000$1250 – $1900
Temperament Score79.6 percent84.2 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination. Exams are recommended annually to age 9, annual recertifcation is required
  • Hip Dysplasia
    • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds1640
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds)1152

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is 74 out of 125.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Rhodesian Ridgeback 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, Rhodesian Ridgebacks have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt well to apartment living. However, Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train. However, Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not easy to train.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

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

    • Size Comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback weighs 70 to 85 pounds when fully grown. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Size of Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Appearance (Colors) of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Rhodesian Ridgeback

    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

    Rhodesian Ridgeback Colors

    The Rhodesian Ridgeback comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

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

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

    • Black
    • White / Cream
    • Brown / Chocolate

    Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of the Rhodesian Ridgeback is 11.0 years.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi live longer than the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Temperament of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus the Rhodesian Ridgeback

    The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a better temperament than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    This is because the temperament score for the Rhodesian Ridgeback is 84.2 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 84.2 percent, the Rhodesian Ridgeback has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Rhodesian Ridgeback by measuring the temperaments of 216 Pembroke Welsh Corgis and 563 Rhodesian Ridgebacks.

    Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Rhodesian Ridgeback

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy is $1560. The price of the Rhodesian Ridgeback typically ranges from $1250 – $1900. However, the price of the Rhodesian Ridgeback can be as low as $200 and as high as $2850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 311 Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rhodesian Ridgeback
    Average Price $1700 $1560
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $1250 to $1900

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Rhodesian Ridgebacks

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

    The Intelligence of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus the Intelligence of the Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rhodesian Ridgeback
    Intelligence Rank 11 out of 130 dog breeds 52 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback has an obedience intelligence rank of 52 out of 130 dog breeds. The Rhodesian Ridgeback belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Rhodesian Ridgebacks tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more intelligent than the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more popular with dog owners than the Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is 40 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Popularity of Rhodesian Ridgeback

    Year Pembroke Welsh Corgi Popularity Rank Rhodesian Ridgeback Popularity Rank
    2013 24 39
    2014 22 39
    2015 20 40
    2016 18 42
    2017 15 41
    2018 13 41
    2019 10 42
    2020 11 42
    2021 11 41

    Health Problems of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Health Problems of Rhodesian Ridgeback

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback is prone to more genetic health problems than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Rhodesian Ridgeback than for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    2 health tests are recommended for Pembroke Welsh Corgi while 6 tests are recommended for the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgis and in Rhodesian Ridgebacks.

    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.

    Rhodesian Ridgeback Health Problems

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination. Exams are recommended annually to age 9, annual recertifcation is required
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Rhodesian Ridgebacks here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Rhodesian Ridgebacks

    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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the Rhodesian Ridgeback ranks 11 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 6564 Rhodesian Ridgebacks, 636 of them had Thyroid problems.

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

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 11 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 15 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 31 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 32 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 48 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 56 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 97 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 102 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 168 out of 198 Dog Breeds

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

    Disease Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rank Rhodesian Ridgeback Rank
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 2 out of 70 dog breeds 31 out of 70 dog breeds
    Von Willebrands problems 5 out of 15 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 41 out of 198 dog breeds 168 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 79 out of 144 dog breeds 56 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 85 out of 182 dog breeds 102 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 109 out of 145 dog breeds 97 out of 145 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 11 out of 115 dog breeds
    Shoulder problems Not Common 15 out of 22 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 32 out of 49 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 48 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are very easy to groom.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Rhodesian Ridgeback?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not easy to train.

    Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Rhodesian Ridgeback

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do have a very low tendency to drool.

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgebacks?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Rhodesian Ridgeback

    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.

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Rhodesian Ridgeback?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Rhodesian Ridgebacks 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback. 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback better suits you and your family.