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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Corgi or Jack or Yorkie-Chi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pembroke Welsh Corgi Jack Russell Terrier Chorkie
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Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs Designer Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Jack
Russell Terrier
Yorkie-Chi
Yorkiehuahua
Chia-Yorkie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Which is the smallest dog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Jack Russell Terrier? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie weight comparison:
Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg) 11-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 8-15 pounds (4-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg) 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) 8-15 inches (20-38 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) 11.5 inches (29 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm)

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $700-$1000 $300-$400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Chorkie is easier than average to get.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie intelligence:
Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie trainability comparison.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Chorkie dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Chorkie dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Chorkie dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Cheerful
Loving
Protective
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Social
Aggressive
Cheerful
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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Sensitive: Chorkie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?
High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Chorkie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie social needs comparison:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chorkie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Chorkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Chorkie 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 vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie playfulness comparison:
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Chorkies, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?
A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Chorkie is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Chorkie breed.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Chorkie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Chorkie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chorkie bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Chorkies are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie 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
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits
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 Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Chorkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie lifespan comparison. How long do Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Jack Russell Terrier and Chorkie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Chorkie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?
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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1 cup 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie weight gain potential comparison:
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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Chorkie has an average risk for obesity.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie coat comparison:
Fluffy Rough Silky
Colors
What are the original Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Jack Russell Terrier and Chorkie color?
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Black
Tan
White
Black
Brown
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Chorkie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders.
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Chorkie dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie 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, Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?

Low 🔽

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

Medium

The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chorkie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chorkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Chorkie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Which dog is more friendly?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chorkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Chorkie dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Chorkie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Chorkie 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 Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chorkie 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
Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chorkie 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.
Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Chorkies are not recommended for elderly people.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie 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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Not really

This breed generally not used 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: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Jack Russell Terrier or Chorkie? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie?

Not really

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

Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Chorkie 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.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie 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.
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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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Jack Russell Terrier and Chorkie have?
6-7 puppies 4-8 puppies 3-7 puppies

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Chorkie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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
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
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
Irish Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

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