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Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Comparison – Which dog is better Lab or Corgi?

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Name Labrador Retriever Pembroke Welsh Corgi
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Group Gun Dog Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. What other names are these breeds known by?
Lab
Labrador
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Small
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Is a Labrador Retriever taller than a Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which breed costs more?
$1000-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare training requirements.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare alertness levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare territorial behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which can be better for hunting?
Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.
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Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare play drive and energy.
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare adaptability levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare biting tendencies.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare average lifespans.
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare climate tolerances.
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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which breed is healthier?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare activity levels.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare obesity risks.
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare daily food needs.
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare breed colors.
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare drooling amounts.
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare natural smell levels.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare fur types.
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare bathing frequencies.
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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Do Labrador Retriever dogs shed more than Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare kid-friendliness.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Can a Labrador Retriever and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi be friends? Do Labrador Retriever dogs get along with Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare therapy capabilities.

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare scenting abilities.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare SAR abilities.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Labrador Retriever or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare draft work capabilities.

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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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which has larger litters?
5-10 puppies 6-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Labrador Retriever vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Labrador Retriever and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which is more widely recognized?
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
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

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