Tibetan Spaniel vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Breed Compatibility
92% Compatible
Energy Level
Tibetan Spaniel: Calm0.4
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Tibetan Spaniel: Agreeable0.6
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Agreeable0.6
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Tibetan Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Cardigan Welsh Corgi: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Tibetan Spaniel5/5
Cardigan Welsh Corgi4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Tibetan Spaniel3/5
Cardigan Welsh Corgi3/5
Good with Strangers
Tibetan Spaniel4/5
Cardigan Welsh Corgi4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Tibetan Spaniel
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Portosystemic Shunt: Liver condition
Cherry Eye: Third eyelid disorder
Entropion: Inward rolling eyelids
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
Tibetan Spaniel
Pros
Adaptable to various living situations
Low exercise requirements
Affectionate with family
Good watchdog capabilities
Cons
Can be stubborn during training
Moderate grooming needs
May be reserved with strangers
Prone to barking
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
Tibetan Spaniel Fun Fact
Known as 'Little Lions' in Tibet due to their practice of perching on monastery walls as lookouts.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Fun Fact
Despite similar appearances, Cardigan Welsh Corgis are older than their Pembroke cousins by about 2000 years!
Heritage & Purpose
Tibetan Spaniel
Origin:
Serving as companion and watchdog in Tibetan monasteries since ancient times, these alert dogs were valued for their keen vision and warning abilities in the Himalayan region.
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
Tibetan Spaniel
Regular grooming needed for double coat maintenance. Moderate exercise requirements and early socialization important. Watch for eye-related health issues.
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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