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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Comparison - Dog breed selector: Corgi or English Beagle or African Barkless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pembroke Welsh Corgi Beagle Basenji
OriginsWales flagWales England flagEngland Democratic Republic of the Congo flagDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji breeds.
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
English Beagle African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $500-$800 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji?
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is easiest to train?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed is most alert?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed is most protective?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji?
High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji social needs comparison:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed is most playful?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed is most flexible?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji?
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.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which uses mouth most during play?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basenji bite force: Ordinary.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has fewer health issues?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Basenji 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?
Average
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji 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
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is most prone to obesity?
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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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 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. 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. What colors are available?
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which drools least?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy Dense Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji? Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or {name3 shedding:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is best with kids?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Beagle or Basenji?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji?
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

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

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
Compare search and rescue potential between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

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

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
Compare boating aptitude between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has most military use?

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has most puppies?
6-7 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7 4-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. What's recommended?

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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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beagle vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Beagle, and Basenji. Which has most recognition?
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 Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, Inc.

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