Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better than the Scottish Terrier as a Pet? Answer…

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Scottish Terrier: Introduction

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

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

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 Scottish Terrier.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier: Overview

Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier are similar in size. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier

Factor Pembroke Welsh Corgi Scottish Terrier
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 14 years 11 to 13 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 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 2/5
Weight Up to 30 pounds 18 to 22 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1700 $1750
Price Range $1200 – $2000 $1398 – $2000
Temperament Score 79.6 percent 65.7 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • OFA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 16 57
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 11 65

    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 Scottish Terrier. 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 Scottish Terrier is 77 out of 125.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier 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, Scottish Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Scottish Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train. However, Scottish Terriers are not easy to train.
  • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier

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

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

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

    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, Scottish Terriers weigh 18 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier

    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 Scottish Terriers is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Terriers is 12.0 years.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis live longer than Scottish Terriers.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier

    Temperament of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus the Scottish Terrier

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a better temperament than the Scottish Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 79.6 percent while the temperament score for the Scottish Terrier is 65.7 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 79.6 percent, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 65.7 percent, the Scottish Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 216 Pembroke Welsh Corgis and 35 Scottish Terriers.

    Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Scottish Terrier

    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 Scottish Terrier puppy is $1750. The price of the Scottish Terrier typically ranges from $1398 – $2000. However, the price of the Scottish Terrier can be as low as $800 and as high as $3750. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 115 Scottish Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Scottish Terrier is more expensive than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Scottish Terrier
    Average Price $1700 $1750
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $1398 to $2000

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Scottish Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies or how many Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Terriers

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier

    Adopting the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Adopting the Scottish Terrier

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Pembroke Welsh Corgis and many Scottish Terriers 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 Lucky – Awesome Corgi Mix Man! that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Pembroke Welsh Corgis like Lucky – Awesome Corgi Mix Man! on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Scottish Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Mac-20 – Medical Hold is a Male Scottish Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Scottish Terriers like Mac-20 – Medical Hold that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

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

    Also, Ace is an adorable Male Scottish Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

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

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

    The Intelligence of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus the Intelligence of the Scottish Terrier

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Scottish Terrier
    Intelligence Rank 11 out of 130 dog breeds 65 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi has an obedience intelligence rank of 11 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that Pembroke Welsh Corgis tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.

    The Scottish Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 65 out of 130 dog breeds. The Scottish Terrier belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Scottish Terriers tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 repetitions!.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more intelligent than the Scottish Terrier.

    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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Popularity of Scottish Terrier

    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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more popular with dog owners than the Scottish Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 16 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Scottish Terrier is 57 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

    Popularity of Scottish Terrier

    Popularity of Scottish Terrier

    Year Pembroke Welsh Corgi Popularity Rank Scottish Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 24 55
    2014 22 59
    2015 20 58
    2016 18 58
    2017 15 58
    2018 13 57
    2019 10 56
    2020 11 57

    Health Problems of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Health Problems of Scottish Terrier

    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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier is prone to more genetic health problems than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Scottish Terrier than for the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

    2 health tests are recommended for Pembroke Welsh Corgi while 3 tests are recommended for the Scottish Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgis and in Scottish Terriers.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health Problems

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Pembroke 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Pembroke 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgis for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pembroke Welsh Corgis here.

    Scottish Terrier Health Problems

    Scottish Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Scottish Terrier 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 Scottish Terriers for:

  • OFA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Scottish Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Scottish Terriers

    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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed is Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

    This is because the Pembroke Welsh Corgi ranks 2 out of 70 dog breeds for Degenerative Myelopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 4428 Pembroke Welsh Corgis, 2360 of them had Degenerative Myelopathy problems.

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

  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 2 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Von Willebrands problems: Rank 5 out of 15 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 41 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 79 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 85 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 109 out of 145 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 Scottish Terrier Breed is Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems.

    This is because the Scottish Terrier ranks 2 out of 2 dog breeds for Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 244 Scottish Terriers, 0 of them had Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems.

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

  • Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems: Rank 2 out of 2 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 30 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 54 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 79 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Pembroke Welsh Corgi and in Scottish Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Scottish Terrier:

    Disease Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rank Scottish Terrier Rank
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 2 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Von Willebrands problems 5 out of 15 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 41 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 79 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 85 out of 182 dog breeds 79 out of 182 dog breeds
    Patella problems 109 out of 145 dog breeds 30 out of 145 dog breeds
    Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems Not Common 2 out of 2 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 54 out of 115 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: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier

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

    Scottish Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Scottish Terriers?

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

    Scottish Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi or the Scottish Terrier

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

    Scottish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Scottish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

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

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

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

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Terriers?

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

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Scottish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Scottish Terrier

    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.

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

    Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Scottish Terriers 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 Scottish Terrier?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Scottish Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Pembroke Welsh Corgis good family dogs? What about Scottish Terriers?

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

    Scottish Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Scottish Terriers?

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

    Scottish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Easier to Train than the Scottish Terrier?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Scottish Terriers are not easy to train.

    Is the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Terrier?

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Scottish Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

    Scottish Terriers are not the best dogs 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 Scottish Terrier vs Keeshond.
  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (82 percent match with Pembroke Welsh Corgi). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Terrier vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Terrier

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

  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Scottish Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Puli (79 percent match with Scottish Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Puli.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shichon     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus German Shepherd Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Canaan Dog     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Briard     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Frenchton     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Samoyed     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Bernedoodle     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Standard Schnauzer     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Bull Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Australian Shepherd     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Dutch Shepherd     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Norwegian Buhund     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Toy Fox Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Pekingese     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shih Tzu     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Jack Russell Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Siberian Husky     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Biewer Terrier     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Norwegian Lundehund     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Whoodle     

    Scottish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Terrier versus Greyhound     Scottish Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Scottish Terrier versus Affenhuahua     Scottish Terrier versus Pyredoodle     Scottish Terrier versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Scottish Terrier versus American Foxhound     Scottish Terrier versus Kooikerhondje     Scottish Terrier versus Saluki     Scottish Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     Scottish Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Scottish Terrier versus Standard Schnauzer     Scottish Terrier versus Gordon Setter     Scottish Terrier versus Ibizan Hound     Scottish Terrier versus Whoodle     Scottish Terrier versus Cane Corso     Scottish Terrier versus Papillon     Scottish Terrier versus Shichon     Scottish Terrier versus Welsh Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher     Scottish Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Scottish Terrier versus Chinese Crested     Scottish Terrier versus Peek A Poo     Scottish Terrier versus Bloodhound     Scottish Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Scottish Terrier versus Clumber Spaniel     

    Conclusion: Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Scottish Terrier. 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 Scottish Terrier better suits you and your family.