Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Comparison – Which dog is better Collie or Pembroke?

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Name	Rough Collie	Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origins	Scotland	Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	40	15
Reviews	5	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Collie, Scottish Collie, Long-Haired Collie, English Collie, Lassie Dog	Pembroke, PWC, Pem, Corgi
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	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
Price Which is cheaper, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Rough Collie and Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	$400-$600	$1000-$2000
Availability	Very frequent	Very frequent

Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi size comparison:	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height Which is taller, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi height comparison:	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi coat comparison:	Rough Soft Thick Straight Harsh Furry	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Rough Collie and Pembroke Welsh Corgi color? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi color comparison:	Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable Sable & White White White & Merle Merle	Black & Tan Fawn Red Sable
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.	Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi shedding:	Rough Collies are heavy shedders.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are heavy shedders.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	3-4 weeks More often than average.	3-4 weeks More often than average.

Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Gentle Intelligent Loyal Protective Responsive Social Hard working Docile Obedient Elegant Herding	Affectionate Friendly Lively Playful Cheerful Intelligent Going
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi smarter? Which is best? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi intelligence:	Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.	Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
Trainability Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi trainability comparison. What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are very easy to train.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are quite easy to train.
Playfulness Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:	The Rough Collie is a playful breed.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:	Rough Collies need a lot of social interaction.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Low to Average: The Rough Collie rarely barks.	Nagyon sokat: Pembroke Welsh Corgi kimondottan hangos fajta.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are one of the best watchdogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Rough Collies are extremely protective guard dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are extremely protective guard dogs.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The Rough Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI The weakest: Dogs that have the weakest bite force below 200 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi mouthiness comparison:	Rough Collies have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis have lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are not the biggest explorers.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis tend to escape less than other breeds.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which can be better for hunting?	Rough Collies have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Nem a legjobb választás Rough Collie, ha lakásban szeretnéd tartani, ugyanakkor alapos lemozgatással, napi többszöri sétával tolerálják a benti körülményeket is, így megoldható Rough Collie tartása lakásban.	Kimondottan lakásbarát kutya Pembroke Welsh Corgi fajta.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Rough Collies adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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.
Fighting 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.

Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?	Rough Collies are stranger friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are very cat-friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies are dog-friendly dogs.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	No Rough Collies are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Pembroke Welsh Corgis are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Rough Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Not really Rough Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Rough Collies are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	The Rough Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:	Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Hip Dysplasia	Cataracts Cystinuria Degenerative Myelopathy Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Intervertebral Disk Disease Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia Von Willebrand's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Average The Rough Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do Rough Collie and Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Rough Collie and Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	14-16 years	12-14 years
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Hypoallergenic Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi energy level comparison:	Rough Collies have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Rough Collies need quite a lot of exercise.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Rough Collies sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered as a lazy breed.	Pembroke Welsh Corgis are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend to much time with sleeping.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Does the Rough Collie breed eat more than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.	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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, Rough Collie or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	Medium The Rough Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?	The Rough Collie is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.	The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can Rough Collie and Pembroke Welsh Corgi have? Rough Collie vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi litter size comparison:	4-8 puppies	6-7 puppies
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Raquel B
Jul 22, 2020, 6:06:32 PM:
Most ratings are accurate. I am a first time dog owner and my Scotch Collie has been a breeze to own and train. Not a stubborn or difficult dog at all.
Raquel B
Jul 22, 2020, 6:06:53 PM:
A Rough Collie is NOT a Scotch Collie, the name difference is important as Scotch Collies have more variables in their genetics and are bred more specific to cater to the working heritage of the breed.
Raquel B
Jul 22, 2020, 6:07:04 PM:
It is false that Collies are not barkers. They are known to be very vocal dogs, most herders are.