Differences and Similarities between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel.

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Cardigan Welsh Corgi Versus Cocker Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and for the Cocker Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Cocker Spaniel.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel: Overview

Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are similar in size. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.

On the other hand, the Cocker Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Cocker Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel

Factor Cardigan Welsh Corgi Cocker Spaniel
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 inches to 1 foot tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 2 inches to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the s
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 38 pounds 24 to 28 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2100 $1760
Price Range $1250 – $3000 $1200 – $2000
Temperament Score 80.5 percent 82.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • approved laboratory
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy 3 (PRA) DNA Test
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 70 29
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 26 20

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Cocker Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Cocker Spaniel is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Cocker Spaniel. So, you should get the Cardigan Welsh Corgi!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

    The Similarities Between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are very playful.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis weigh 25 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Cardigan Welsh Corgis are 10 inches to 1 foot tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Cocker Spaniels weigh 24 to 28 pounds when fully grown. Cocker Spaniels are 1 foot, 2 inches to 1 foot, 3 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

    The lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgis is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgis is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Cocker Spaniels is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Cocker Spaniels is 13.5 years.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

    Temperament of the Cocker Spaniel Versus the Cardigan Welsh Corgi

    The Cocker Spaniel has a better temperament than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

    This is because the temperament score for the Cocker Spaniel is 82.0 percent while the temperament score for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is 80.5 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 80.5 percent, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 82.0 percent, the Cocker Spaniel has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel by measuring the temperaments of 77 Cardigan Welsh Corgis and 233 Cocker Spaniels.

    Price of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Price of Cocker Spaniel

    The average price of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppy is $2100. The price of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi typically ranges from $1250 – $3000. However, the price of a Cardigan Welsh Corgi can be as low as $700 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 117 Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Cocker Spaniel puppy is $1760. The price of the Cocker Spaniel typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Cocker Spaniel can be as low as $700 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 297 Cocker Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Cocker Spaniel.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Cocker Spaniel
    Average Price $2100 $1760
    Price Range $1250 to $3000 $1200 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Cocker Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Cocker Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cardigan Welsh Corgis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cardigan Welsh Corgis. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cocker Spaniels

    A breakdown of the prices of Cocker Spaniels

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppy or the Cocker Spaniel puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

    Adopting the Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Adopting the Cocker Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cardigan Welsh Corgis and many Cocker Spaniels are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Cardigan Welsh Corgi named Brownie that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cardigan Welsh Corgis like Brownie on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cardigan Welsh Corgis, Cocker Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Nemo is a Male Cocker Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Cocker Spaniels like Nemo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Alair is the name of another Cardigan Welsh Corgi (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Dougie is an adorable Male Cocker Spaniel on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Cocker Spaniels are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Cocker Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Intelligence of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus the Intelligence of the Cocker Spaniel

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Cocker Spaniel
    Intelligence Rank 26 out of 130 dog breeds 20 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.
  • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Cardigan Welsh Corgi has an obedience intelligence rank of 26 out of 130 dog breeds. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Cardigan Welsh Corgis tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Cocker Spaniel has an obedience intelligence rank of 20 out of 130 dog breeds. The Cocker Spaniel belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Cocker Spaniels tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Cocker Spaniel is more intelligent than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cocker Spaniel is more popular with dog owners than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cocker Spaniel is 29 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is 70 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Cardigan Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Cardigan Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Popularity of Cocker Spaniel

    Year Cardigan Welsh Corgi Popularity Rank Cocker Spaniel Popularity Rank
    2013 75 29
    2014 78 30
    2015 76 30
    2016 69 29
    2017 68 29
    2018 68 30
    2019 66 28
    2020 66 30

    Health Problems of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Health Problems of Cocker Spaniel

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is prone to more genetic health problems than the Cocker Spaniel.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi than for the Cocker Spaniel.

    4 health tests are recommended for Cardigan Welsh Corgi while 2 tests are recommended for the Cocker Spaniel.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Cardigan Welsh Corgis and in Cocker Spaniels.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Health Problems

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cardigan Welsh Corgi breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cardigan Welsh Corgis for:

  • approved laboratory
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy 3 (PRA) DNA Test
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cardigan Welsh Corgis here.

    Cocker Spaniel Health Problems

    Cocker Spaniels are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Cocker Spaniel puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Cocker Spaniel puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Cocker Spaniel breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Cocker Spaniels for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Cocker Spaniels here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Cocker Spaniels

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Breed is Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    This is because the Cardigan Welsh Corgi ranks 10 out of 70 dog breeds for Degenerative Myelopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 777 Cardigan Welsh Corgis, 133 of them had Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cardigan Welsh Corgis, and how common these diseases are in Cardigan Welsh Corgis relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 10 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 34 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 43 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 45 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 84 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 143 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Cocker Spaniel Breed is Patella problems.

    This is because the Cocker Spaniel ranks 12 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1845 Cocker Spaniels, 145 of them had Patella problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Cocker Spaniels, and how common these diseases are in Cocker Spaniels relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Patella problems: Rank 12 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 22 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 26 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 28 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 125 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 144 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Cardigan Welsh Corgi and in Cocker Spaniel and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel:

    Disease Cardigan Welsh Corgi Rank Cocker Spaniel Rank
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 10 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 34 out of 198 dog breeds 144 out of 198 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems 43 out of 115 dog breeds 22 out of 115 dog breeds
    Patella problems 45 out of 145 dog breeds 12 out of 145 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 84 out of 144 dog breeds 125 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 143 out of 182 dog breeds 28 out of 182 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 26 out of 49 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Cocker Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Cardigan Welsh Corgis shed more than Cocker Spaniels?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Cocker Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Cocker Spaniel

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Cocker Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Cocker Spaniel?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are moderately easy to groom.

    Cocker Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Cocker Spaniel?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Cocker Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Cardigan Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Cocker Spaniels?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Cocker Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Cardigan Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Cocker Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs. Cocker Spaniel

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Cocker Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cardigan Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Cocker Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Cocker Spaniels can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Cocker Spaniel?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Cocker Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Cardigan Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Cocker Spaniels?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Cocker Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Cocker Spaniels?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Cocker Spaniels get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Cocker Spaniel?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Cocker Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Cocker Spaniel?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Cocker Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Cocker Spaniel?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Cocker Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cardigan Welsh Corgi:

  • West Highland White Terrier (84 percent match with Cardigan Welsh Corgi). Here is our comparison of the Cocker Spaniel vs West Highland White Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cocker Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cocker Spaniel that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cocker Spaniel:

  • Bichon Frise (77 percent match with Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Bichon Frise.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (76 percent match with Cocker Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and how the Cocker Spaniel compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and of the Cocker Spaniel to other breeds:

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Boxer     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Swedish Vallhund     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Schipperke     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Yorkipoo     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Swedish Vallhund     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Shiloh Shepherd     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Bordoodle     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Shetland Sheepdog     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Jack Russell Terrier     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pharaoh Hound     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Borzoi     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus American Eskimo Dog     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus French Spaniel     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Lhasa Apso     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Lhasapoo     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Leonberger     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Lhasapoo     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Belgian Sheepdog     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Chorkie     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Keeshond     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Dachshund     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Maltipoo     Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Akita     

    Cocker Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cocker Spaniel versus Pekingese     Cocker Spaniel versus Mastiff     Cocker Spaniel versus Sheepadoodle     Cocker Spaniel versus American Eskimo Dog     Cocker Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso     Cocker Spaniel versus Belgian Malinois     Cocker Spaniel versus Maremma Sheepdog     Cocker Spaniel versus Standard Poodle     Cocker Spaniel versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Cocker Spaniel versus Newfoundland     Cocker Spaniel versus Standard Poodle     Cocker Spaniel versus Boykin Spaniel     Cocker Spaniel versus Norwegian Buhund     Cocker Spaniel versus French Bulldog     Cocker Spaniel versus Beaglier     Cocker Spaniel versus Cesky Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Greyhound     Cocker Spaniel versus Yorkipoo     Cocker Spaniel versus Shihpoo     Cocker Spaniel versus Komondor     Cocker Spaniel versus Patterdale Terrier     Cocker Spaniel versus Bracco Italiano     Cocker Spaniel versus Bolognese     Cocker Spaniel versus Papillon     

    Conclusion: Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Cocker Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Cocker Spaniel better suits you and your family.