A Detailed Comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi.

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Cardigan Welsh Corgi Versus Pomchi: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi? 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 Pomchi 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 Pomchi.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi 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 Pomchi. 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 Pomchi.

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 Pomchi.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi: Overview

A very important difference between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog while the Pomchi is a tiny-sized dog.

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 Pomchi belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Pomchi 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 Pomchi

Factor Cardigan Welsh Corgi Pomchi
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 inches to 1 foot tall at the shoulder 6 to 10 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 18 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Weight 25 to 38 pounds 4 to 12 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 15.0 years
Average Price $2100 $1000
Price Range $1250 – $3000 $650 – $1288
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy 3 (PRA) DNA Test
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    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 Pomchi. 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 Pomchi is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Pomchi. 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 Pomchi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi

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

  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi 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 Pomchi get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi 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 Pomchi gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi are very playful.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pomchi are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi

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

    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, Pomchis weigh 4 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Pomchis are 6 to 10 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi

    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 Pomchis is between 12 to 18 years. The average lifespan of Pomchis is 15.0 years.

    Pomchis live longer than Cardigan Welsh Corgis.

    Price of Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Price of Pomchi

    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 Pomchi puppy is $1000. The price of the Pomchi typically ranges from $650 – $1288. However, the price of the Pomchi can be as low as $100 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 130 Pomchi puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Pomchi.

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Pomchi
    Average Price $2100 $1000
    Price Range $1250 to $3000 $650 to $1288

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pomchi. For different price points, the charts show how many Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Pomchi 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 Pomchis

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomchis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cardigan Welsh Corgi puppy or the Pomchi 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi

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

    Pomchis can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Cardigan Welsh Corgis shed more than Pomchis?

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

    Pomchis shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi or the Pomchi

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

    Pomchis do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are moderately easy to groom.

    Pomchis 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 Pomchi?

    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.

    Pomchis have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Cardigan Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Pomchis?

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

    Pomchis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Cardigan Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomchis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pomchis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs. Pomchi

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

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

    Can Cardigan Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomchis Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Pomchis can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Pomchis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Cardigan Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Pomchis?

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

    Pomchis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Pomchis?

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

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

    Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Pomchi?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Pomchis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomchi?

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Pomchis adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Cardigan Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Pomchis 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 Pomchi vs West Highland White Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomchi

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pomchi 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 Pomchi:

  • Morkie (79 percent match with Pomchi). Here is our comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Morkie.
  • Skye Terrier (78 percent match with Pomchi). Here is our comparison of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Skye Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Cardigan Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pomchi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Cardigan Welsh Corgi versus Pomchi. 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 Pomchi better suits you and your family.