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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Corgi or Continental Toy Spaniel or Short-Haired Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pembroke Welsh Corgi Papillon Smooth Collie
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Continental Toy Spaniel
Epagneul Nain
Epagneul Nain Continental
Phalène
Squirrel Dog
Butterfly Dog
Short-Haired Collie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
Small Small Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Papillon? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie weight comparison:
Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 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: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $400-$600 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie intelligence:
Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie trainability comparison.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Papillon dogs are easy to train.
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Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Papillon dogs are average watchdogs.
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Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? 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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Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
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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Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Smooth Collie 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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie?
High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie social needs comparison:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Smooth Collie 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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Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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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Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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.
Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
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.
Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Smooth Collie 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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Papillon bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.
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.

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The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hypoglycemia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
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 Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Papillon and Smooth Collie 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 Papillon: 14 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie?
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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
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. 2 to 3 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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie coat comparison:
Fluffy Feathered Dense
Thick
Flat
Colors
What are the original Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Papillon and Smooth Collie color?
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Black
Tan
Red
White
Sable
Lemon
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or {name3 shedding:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Papillon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Smooth Collie 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 Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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.
Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie?
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Smooth Collie 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
Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Smooth Collie 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.
Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.
Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Papillon or Smooth Collie? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie?

Not really

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

Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Smooth Collie 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 Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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 Papillon and Smooth Collie have?
6-7 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Papillon vs Smooth Collie 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 1915 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy 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
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
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

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