Differences and Similarities between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon.

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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Shichon: Introduction

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

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

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 Shichon.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shichon

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shichon: Overview

Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are similar in size. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon 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 Shichon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shichon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the Shichon 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 Shichon

Factor Pembroke Welsh Corgi Shichon
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 9 to 12 inches
Life Span 12 to 14 years 12 to 18 years
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 5/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 4/5
Weight Up to 30 pounds 9 to 15 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 15.0 years
Average Price $1700 $1610
Price Range $1200 – $2000 $1200 – $2000
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 Shichon. 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 Shichon is 95 out of 125.

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

    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 Shichon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

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

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

  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Shichons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Shichons are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • The Similarities Between the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon

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

  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon 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 Shichon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are very playful.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Shichon are highly intelligent.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shichon

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

    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, Shichons weigh 9 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Shichons are 9 to 12 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Shichon

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

    Shichons live longer than Pembroke Welsh Corgis.

    Price of Pembroke Welsh Corgi versus Price of Shichon

    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 Shichon puppy is $1610. The price of the Shichon typically ranges from $1200 – $2000. However, the price of the Shichon can be as low as $700 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 155 Shichon puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is more expensive than the Shichon.

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Shichon
    Average Price $1700 $1610
    Price Range $1200 to $2000 $1200 to $2000

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Shichons

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

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

    Shichons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed more than Shichons?

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

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

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

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

    Shichons do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to groom.

    Shichons are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Shichons 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 Shichons?

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

    Shichons are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis can very well tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs. Shichon

    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.

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

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

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

    Shichons cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Shichons get along very well with other dogs.

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

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Pembroke Welsh Corgis and Shichons?

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

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

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very easy to train.

    Shichons are fairly easy to train.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Shichons adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Biewer Terrier (78 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Biewer Terrier.
  • Cockalier (83 percent match with Shichon). Here is our comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Cockalier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Pembroke Welsh Corgi Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Shichon Versus Other Dog Breeds

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