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Name	Shetland Sheepdog	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel	Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Origins	Scotland	England	Wales
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	24	19	68
Reviews	6	7	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Cavalier Cavie Cav	Cardi Cardigan
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is the smallest dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight comparison:	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	14 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi height comparison:	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (37 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1300
Availability Which is easier to get, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi intelligence:	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi trainability comparison.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Active Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Social Fearless Cheerful Quiet Nonaggressive Polite Graceful Sporty No tendency towards nervousness	Active Alert Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Gentle Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shetland Sheepdog 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. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel 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. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi playfulness comparison:	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi mouthiness comparison:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Mitral Valve Disease Dry Eye Episodic Falling Syndrome Syringomyelia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shetland Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi lifespan comparison. How long do Shetland Sheepdog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Cardigan Welsh Corgi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Cavalier King Charles Spaniel: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cardigan Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	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.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original Shetland Sheepdog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Cardigan Welsh Corgi color?	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Tan Tricolor Blenheim Ruby	Blue & Merle & White Sable & White Red & White Black & White Brindle & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs shed above average. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Yes Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Shetland Sheepdog or Cavalier King Charles Spaniel or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi?	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cavalier King Charles Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Shetland Sheepdog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Cardigan Welsh Corgi have?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Shetland Sheepdog vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the English Toy Spaniels 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 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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