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Name	Cardigan Welsh Corgi	Pomsky	Maltipoo
Origins	Wales	United States	Germany France Italy
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cardi Cardigan	No data available	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Which is the smallest dog, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Medium	Small Medium	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Pomsky? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo weight comparison:	Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)	7-38 pounds (3-17 kg)	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	21.5 pounds (10 kg)	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo height comparison:	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1300	$2500-$3500	$400-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Pomsky is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo intelligence:	Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Pomsky dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo trainability comparison.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Pomsky dogs are easy to train. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Pomsky dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pomsky dogs are average defenders. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Gentle Companionable	Active Intelligent Friendly	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo?	High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pomsky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo social needs comparison:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pomsky dogs are a social breed. See more.	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pomsky dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pomsky dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo playfulness comparison:	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.	The Pomsky is a playful breed. See more.	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo?	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Pomsky is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Pomsky breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pomsky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pomsky 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.	Maltipoo 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.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pomsky bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pomsky has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo mouthiness comparison:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Pomsky dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo?	Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Pomsky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria	Collapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Allergies Eye Problems Epilepsy Heart Problems Dental Problems Skin Diseases	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Pomsky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo lifespan comparison. How long do Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Pomsky and Maltipoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Pomsky: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo?	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pomsky can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo energy level comparison:	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.	Pomsky dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pomsky dogs have an average exercise need.	Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Pomsky dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pomsky has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo coat comparison:	Fine	Fluffy Soft Double	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly
Colors What are the original Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Pomsky and Maltipoo color?	Blue & Merle & White Sable & White Red & White Black & White Brindle & White	Blue Pure white Grey & White Brown or Reddish Brown	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo grooming comparison:	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Pomsky requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or {name3 shedding:	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average. See more.	Pomsky dogs shed above average. See more.	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo?	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Pomsky has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pomsky is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison

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

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Pomsky or Maltipoo? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo?	Not really Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pomsky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pomsky and Maltipoo have?	4-7 puppies	2-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pomsky vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	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 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	Pomsky Club of America	Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America

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