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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Comparison - Dog breed selector: Corgi or Snap Dog or Carlin? Find the right dog for you

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Name Pembroke Welsh Corgi Whippet Pug
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug breeds.
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Carlin
Chinese Pug
Dutch Bulldog
Dutch Mastiff
Mini Mastiff
Mops
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug height comparison:
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 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: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $800-$1200 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug?
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pug is quite easy to get.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which is easiest to train?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is most alert?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pug dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is most protective?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Pug dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
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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Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Pug 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 Whippet vs Pug?
High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Pug dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug social needs comparison:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Pug 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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Pug 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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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pug 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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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Pug barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is most playful?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Pugs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pug breed.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is most flexible?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pug dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug?
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.
Pug 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 Whippet vs Pug Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pug has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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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Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pug dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pug bite force: Weak.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Pug: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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 Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
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 Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Pug should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug 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
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Vaccination Sensitivity
Demodectic Mange
Distichiasis
Corneal Ulcers
Dry Eye
Hemi-vertebrae
Cheyletiella Dermatitis
Nerve Degeneration
Proptosis
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Staphylococcus Infection
Yeast Infection

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which breed is most active?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pug 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 Whippet vs Pug exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Pug dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pug dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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High: The Pug breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Pug has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fluffy Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Whippet or Pug? Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Pug dogs shed above average.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which is best with kids?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pug 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.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Pug dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug? Which dog is more friendly?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pug dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Pug dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Whippet or Pug?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Pug dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug?
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Pug dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pug 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.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pugs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug As a Working Dog Comparison

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

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

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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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Not really

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

Pug breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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, Whippet, and Pug. 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Whippet vs Pug Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Which has most puppies?
6-7 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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 Whippet vs Pug Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Whippet, and Pug. 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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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

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