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Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Comparison – Which dog is better Snap Dog or Corgi?

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Name Whippet Pembroke Welsh Corgi
OriginsEngland flagEngland Wales flagWales
Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. What other names are these breeds known by?
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Small
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which breed is heavier?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Is a Whippet taller than a Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which breed costs more?
$800-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare training requirements.
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare alertness levels.
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare territorial behaviors.
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. How do their temperaments differ?
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which can be better for hunting?
Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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 vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare play drive and energy.
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare living space needs.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare adaptability levels.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
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.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare average lifespans.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare climate tolerances.
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 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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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which breed is healthier?
The Whippet 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Average
The Whippet 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare activity levels.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare obesity risks.
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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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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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare daily food needs.
1 to 2 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.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare breed colors.
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare drooling amounts.
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare natural smell levels.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare fur types.
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare bathing frequencies.
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 Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Do Whippet dogs shed more than Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs?
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare kid-friendliness.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Which dog is more friendly?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Can a Whippet and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi be friends? Do Whippet dogs get along with Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare service capabilities.

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
Which is better for therapy work: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare therapy capabilities.

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
Which is better at detection work: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Whippet or a Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare draft work capabilities.

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 history between Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which has larger litters?
4-8 puppies 6-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Whippet vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Whippet and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Which is more widely recognized?
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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