Dachshund vs French Bulldog vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

🀝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

4.5/5 Β· Easy

Most Active

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

4/5 Β· Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

3/6

50%

Dachshund

3/6

50%

French Bulldog

6/6

100%

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

πŸ‘‘ Winner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Germany
England
France
Wales
Popularity
#13
#4
#15
Common Names & Aliases
BassottoSausage DogTekkelTekkel DoxieWeenie DogWorshondTeckel
Bouledogue FranΓ§aisFrenchie
CorgiPemPembroke
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
Small
Small
Weight Statistics
3.5-5 kg, 5.4 kg
8-14 kg
Male: 10-14 kg, Female: 11-13 kg
Average Weight
3.5-5 kg, 5.4 kg
9-10 kg
Male: 12.5 kg, Female: 11.8 kg
Height
20-27 cm, 13-18 cm
33-40 cm
Male: 25-30 cm, Female: 25-28 cm
Average Height
30 cm, 15.5 cm
36.5 cm
Male: 27.5 cm, Female: 26.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
2/5
4.5/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
3/5
5/5
Price Range
$500-$700
$2000-$4000
$1000-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
CleverDevotedPlayfulCourageousLivelyStubborn
AffectionateAlertBrightKeenPatientPlayfulAthleticEasygoingLively
AffectionateFriendlyLivelyPlayfulCheerfulIntelligentGoing
Sensitivity Level
4/5
3/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
2/5
2/5
Prey Drive
5/5
2/5
3/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
5/5
1/5
5/5
Playful Nature
3/5
2/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
4/5
5/5
5/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
3/5
2/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
10-12 years
12-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers warm weather
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
Acanthosis NigricansBaldnessBloatCancerCanine Diabetes MellitusCushing's SyndromeDeafnessDemodectic MangeElbow DysplasiaEpilepsyIntervertebral Disk DiseaseLegg-perthes DiseaseLymphocytic ThyroiditisMitral Valve DiseaseNarcolepsyProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
AllergiesBrachycephalic SyndromeCleft PalateElongated Soft PalateHemi-vertebraeHip DysplasiaIntervertebral Disk DiseasePatellar LuxationVon Willebrand's Disease
CataractsCystinuriaDegenerative MyelopathyEpilepsyHip DysplasiaIntervertebral Disk DiseasePatent Ductus ArteriosisProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Retinal DysplasiaVon Willebrand's Disease
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Average
Energy Rating
3/5
3/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
3/5
3/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
2/5
4/5
Obesity Tendency
5/5
4/5
4/5
Food Consumption
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
BlueRedWhiteTanBrownSilverBlack
BrindleCreamFawnWhite
Black & TanFawnRedSable
Grooming Requirements
2/5
2/5
2/5
Shedding Level
1/5
2/5
5/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Low
Medium
Low
Coat Characteristics
Fine
FineShortClose in textureSmooth
Fluffy
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
2/5
5/5
Child Compatibility
2/5
2/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
2/5
3/5
Stranger Friendly
2/5
4/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
Yes
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Below Average
Excellent
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Yes
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
4-8 puppies
3-5 puppies
6-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1898 as a Non-Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value