Breed Comparison: Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi

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Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi? 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

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

Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Overview

A very important difference between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Catahoula Leopard Dog is a large-sized dog while the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are Herding Dogs. This means both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.

Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Catahoula Leopard Dog to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Factor Catahoula Leopard Dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 5/5 3/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 14 years
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 4/5
Height 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 1/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Weight 50 to 90 pounds Up to 30 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $650 $1700
Price Range $400 – $800 $1200 – $2000
Temperament Score 78.6 percent 79.6 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a better pet than the Catahoula Leopard Dog. So, you should get the Pembroke 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Below is a list of where the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are most different:

  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt well to apartment living.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Pembroke Welsh Corgis are good for new dog owners.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not easy to train. However, Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    The Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are most similar:

  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Catahoula Leopard Dogs are 20 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pembroke Welsh Corgis weigh Up to 30 pounds when fully grown. Pembroke Welsh Corgis are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    The lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Catahoula Leopard Dogs is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgis is 13.0 years.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis live longer than Catahoula Leopard Dogs.

    Temperament of the Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a better temperament than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 79.6 percent while the temperament score for the Catahoula Leopard Dog is 78.6 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 78.6 percent, the Catahoula Leopard Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 79.6 percent, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi by measuring the temperaments of 14 Catahoula Leopard Dogs and 216 Pembroke Welsh Corgis.

    Price of Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    The average price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy is $650. The price of the Catahoula Leopard Dog typically ranges from $400 – $800. However, the price of a Catahoula Leopard Dog can be as low as $100 and as high as $1650. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 247 Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy is $1700. The price of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi can be as low as $100 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1329 Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Catahoula Leopard Dog.

    Catahoula Leopard Dog Pembroke Welsh Corgi
    Average Price $650 $1700
    Price Range $400 to $800 $1200 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Catahoula Leopard Dog and Pembroke Welsh Corgi. For different price points, the charts show how many Catahoula Leopard Dog puppies or how many Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Catahoula Leopard Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pembroke Welsh Corgis

    A breakdown of the prices of Pembroke Welsh Corgis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Catahoula Leopard Dog puppy or the Pembroke Welsh Corgi 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.

    Adopting the Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Adopting the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Catahoula Leopard Dogs and many Pembroke Welsh Corgis 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog named Dunkin that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Catahoula Leopard Dogs like Dunkin on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Catahoula Leopard Dogs, Pembroke Welsh Corgis are also available for adoption. For example, Lucky – Awesome Corgi Mix Man! is a Male Pembroke Welsh Corgi that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pembroke Welsh Corgis like Lucky – Awesome Corgi Mix Man! that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also, Eevee is an adorable Male Pembroke Welsh Corgi on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Pembroke Welsh Corgis that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not like to be left alone.

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

    Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed more than Pembroke Welsh Corgis?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are very easy to groom.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Catahoula Leopard Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Catahoula Leopard Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Pembroke Welsh Corgis?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Catahoula Leopard Dog vs. Pembroke Welsh Corgi

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Catahoula Leopard Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Catahoula Leopard Dogs good family dogs? What about Pembroke Welsh Corgis?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Catahoula Leopard Dogs and Pembroke Welsh Corgis?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Catahoula Leopard Dog Easier to Train than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not easy to train.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Is the Catahoula Leopard Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Catahoula Leopard Dog or the Pembroke Welsh Corgi?

    Catahoula Leopard Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Catahoula Leopard Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Catahoula Leopard Dog 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog:

  • Chesapeake Bay Retriever (73 percent match with Catahoula Leopard Dog). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
  • Hovawart (78 percent match with Catahoula Leopard Dog). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Hovawart.
  • Boerboel (72 percent match with Catahoula Leopard Dog). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Boerboel.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pembroke 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi:

  • Keeshond (79 percent match with Pembroke Welsh Corgi). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Keeshond.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (82 percent match with Pembroke Welsh Corgi). Here is our comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Catahoula Leopard Dog and how the Pembroke Welsh Corgi compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Catahoula Leopard Dog and of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to other breeds:

    Catahoula Leopard Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Catahoula Leopard Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi. 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 Catahoula Leopard Dog and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi better suits you and your family.