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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Little Blue Dog or Barbone or Cardi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Australian Shepherd Poodle Cardigan Welsh Corgi
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Germany flagGermany France flagFrance Wales flagWales
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Little Blue Dog
Aussie
Barbone
Caniche
Chien Canne
Grosse Pudel
French Poodle
Cardi
Cardigan
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is the smallest dog, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Poodle? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi height comparison:
Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm) 15 inches (38 cm) or more Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1000-$1500 $1000-$1300
Availability
Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi intelligence:
Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi trainability comparison.
Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train.
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Poodle dogs are easy to train.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders.
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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Good-natured
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed.
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Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:
The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed.
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The Poodle is a playful breed.
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Australian Shepherd dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Poodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi mouthiness comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Poodle dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Deafness
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Distichiasis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Detached Retina
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Ear Infections
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Runny Eyes
Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd)
Neonatal Encephalopathy (news)
Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
Premature Graying
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do Australian Shepherd, Poodle and Cardigan Welsh Corgi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi energy level comparison:
Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi coat comparison:
Feathered Curly Fine
Colors
What are the original Australian Shepherd, Poodle and Cardigan Welsh Corgi color?
Black
Red
Blue
Merle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
Red & White
Black & White
Brindle & White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:
Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Australian Shepherd or Poodle or {name3 shedding:
Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately.
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Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?

Medium

The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.

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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?
Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
Yes
Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Australian Shepherd or Poodle or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?

Not really

Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Reproducibility Comparison

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Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Australian Shepherd and Poodle and Cardigan Welsh Corgi have?
6-9 puppies, average 7 2-4 puppies 4-7 puppies

Australian Shepherd vs Poodle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Australian Shepherd Club Of America
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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