Collie vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Breed Compatibility
57% Compatible
Energy Level
Collie: Regular Exercise0.6
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Collie: Easy Training0.8
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Collie: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Collie/5
Cardigan Welsh Corgi4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Collie/5
Cardigan Welsh Corgi3/5
Good with Strangers
Collie/5
Cardigan Welsh Corgi4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Collie
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
CEA: Collie Eye Anomaly condition
PRA: Progressive Retinal Atrophy
MDR1: Drug sensitivity mutation
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
DM: Degenerative Myelopathy concern
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
Pros & Cons Comparison
Collie
Pros
Highly intelligent and trainable
Excellent family companion
Good with children
Loyal and protective
Elegant appearance
Cons
Heavy shedding
Regular grooming required
Can be vocal
Sensitive personality
Needs consistent exercise
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
Collie Fun Fact
Lassie, the famous TV collie, was actually played by male dogs because they maintained better coats for filming!
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Fun Fact
Despite similar appearances, Cardigan Welsh Corgis are older than their Pembroke cousins by about 2000 years!
Heritage & Purpose
Collie
Origin:
Developed in Scotland's Highland regions during the 1800s, Collies served as premier sheep herding dogs, masterfully managing flocks across challenging terrains.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Origin:
Welsh farmers developed these dogs in Cardiganshire during medieval times for herding cattle, driving livestock to market, and protecting farmsteads.
Special Considerations
Collie
Regular brushing needed to maintain coat condition. Exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific conditions is essential.
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.
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