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Name	Shiba Inu	Cardigan Welsh Corgi	Saluki
Origins	Japan	Wales	Fertile Crescent
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Group	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Japanese Shiba Inu Japanese Small-Size Dog Shiba Shiba Ken Brushwood Dog	Cardi Cardigan	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki weight comparison:	Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)	Male: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg), Female: 25-30 pounds (11-14 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)	Male: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg), Female: 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Height Which is taller, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 11.5 inches (29 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1000-$1300	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki intelligence:	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.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki trainability comparison.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Confident Going Fearless Keen Faithful Charming	Active Alert Intelligent Affectionate Devoted Gentle Companionable	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki social needs comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Shiba Inu 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.	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki playfulness comparison:	Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Cardigan Welsh Corgi bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki 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 Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki mouthiness comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than 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.	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Glaucoma Spinning Chylothorax	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Cystinuria	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Saluki breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki energy level comparison:	Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	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.	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 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.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity. 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.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Smooth
Colors What are the original Shiba Inu, Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Saluki color?	Black Tan Red Cream Sesame	Blue & Merle & White Sable & White Red & White Black & White Brindle & White	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or {name3 shedding:	Shiba Inu dogs shed above average. See more.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs shed above average. See more.	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	Medium ⏺ The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Shiba Inu 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.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Which dog is more friendly?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Saluki 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 Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki?	Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	No Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.	Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki 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: Shiba Inu or Cardigan Welsh Corgi or Saluki? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki?	Not really Shiba Inu 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.	Not really Saluki 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.

Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki 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 Shiba Inu and Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Saluki have?	2-4 puppies	4-7 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Shiba Inu vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Saluki Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1935 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	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	No data available

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