Which is Better between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle? A Very Detailed Review.

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Puggle: Introduction

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

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

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

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle: Overview

Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are similar in size. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are both small-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Pembroke 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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Puggle 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle

Factor Pembroke Welsh Corgi Puggle
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 3/5
Easy To Train 5/5 2/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Weight Up to 30 pounds 18 to 30 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1700 $1330
Price Range $1200 – $2000 $995 – $1400
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Pembroke 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 Puggle. 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Puggle is 85 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is not better or worse than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. So, you can get the Puggle or 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are most different:

  • 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. However, Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train. However, Puggles are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle

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

  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are very playful.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle.

    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.

    On the other hand, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

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

    The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis live longer than Puggles.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

    Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Puggle

    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 a Pembroke Welsh Corgi can be as low as $100 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 1329 Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Puggle.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Puggle
    Average Price $1700 $1330
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $995 to $1400

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

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Puggles

    A breakdown of the prices of Puggles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy or the Puggle 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Adopting the Puggle

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

    Also, like Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Cool Joe is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Cool Joe that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Lucky – Awesome Corgi Mix Man! is the name of another Pembroke Welsh Corgi (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Bentley is an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Puggles are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle

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

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Puggles?

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

    Puggles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Puggle

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

    Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Puggle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

    Does the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?

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

    Puggles 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.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?

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

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Puggle

    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.

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Puggles?

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

    Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Puggles?

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

    Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Puggle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Puggles are not easy to train.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Puggles are very good for new dog owners.

    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 Puggle vs Keeshond.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (82 percent match with Pembroke Welsh Corgi). Here is our comparison of the Puggle vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle

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

  • Beaglier (75 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Beaglier.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (71 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Saint Berdoodle (72 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Saint Berdoodle.
  • Skye Terrier (70 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Skye Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Puggle. 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Puggle better suits you and your family.