Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Energetic0.8
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Agreeable0.6
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Weekly Brushing0.4
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Cardigan Welsh Corgi4/5
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi3/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Good with Strangers
Cardigan Welsh Corgi4/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
PRA: Progressive eye disease
DM: Degenerative myelopathy
IVDD: Spinal disc problems
CHD: Cardiac health concerns
vWD: Blood clotting disorder
German Shorthaired Pointer
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
Entropion: Eyelid rolls inward issue
Bloat: Gastric torsion condition
Epilepsy: Neurological disorder risk
Lymphedema: Tissue swelling concern
Pros & Cons Comparison
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pros
Intelligent and trainable
Loyal family companion
Good watchdog
Adaptable to different living situations
Cons
Prone to back problems
Heavy shedder
Can be stubborn
Requires regular exercise
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pros
Excellent hunting companion
Highly trainable
Versatile athlete
Great family dog
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong prey drive
Requires consistent training
May be too energetic for some
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Fun Fact
Despite similar appearances, Cardigan Welsh Corgis are older than their Pembroke cousins by about 2000 years!
German Shorthaired Pointer Fun Fact
Can maintain speeds of up to 35 mph while running and are excellent swimmers due to their webbed feet.
Heritage & Purpose
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Origin:
Welsh farmers developed these dogs in Cardiganshire during medieval times for herding cattle, driving livestock to market, and protecting farmsteads.
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 1800s as a versatile hunting companion, excelling in both pointing and retrieving game birds across varied terrain types.
Special Considerations
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Regular spine care needed due to long back. Requires consistent exercise but avoid high-impact activities. Regular grooming needed during shedding seasons.
German Shorthaired Pointer
Needs extensive daily exercise, regular grooming despite short coat, and monitoring for breed-specific health issues like hip dysplasia.
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