Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Rottweiler Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

Rottweiler

1/5 · Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

Rottweiler

5/5 · Easy

Most Active

🤝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

4/6

67%

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

4/6

67%

Rottweiler

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

Basic Info

Origin
Wales
Germany
Popularity
#15
#8
Common Names & Aliases
CorgiPemPembroke
RottRottie
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Small
LargeGiant
Weight Statistics
Male: 10-14 kg, Female: 11-13 kg
Male: 43-59 kg, Female: 38-52 kg
Average Weight
Male: 12.5 kg, Female: 11.8 kg
Male: 51 kg, Female: 45.4 kg
Height
Male: 25-30 cm, Female: 25-28 cm
Male: 61-69 cm, Female: 56-63 cm
Average Height
Male: 27.5 cm, Female: 26.5 cm
Male: 65 cm, Female: 59.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
5/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
5/5
Training Difficulty
3/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
5/5
5/5
Price Range
$1000-$2000
$1200-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateFriendlyLivelyPlayfulCheerfulIntelligentGoing
AlertFearlessIndependentLoyalCourageousGood-naturedIntelligentProtective
Sensitivity Level
4/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
2/5
Prey Drive
3/5
4/5
Affection Level
5/5
3/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
5/5
1/5
Playful Nature
4/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
3/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
3/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
High
Mouthing Tendency
2/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 100 and 200 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
12-14 years
8-12 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
CataractsCystinuriaDegenerative MyelopathyEpilepsyHip DysplasiaIntervertebral Disk DiseasePatent Ductus ArteriosisProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Retinal DysplasiaVon Willebrand's Disease
AllergiesAortic StenosisBloatElbow DysplasiaHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismOsteosarcomaPanosteitisSubvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Energy Rating
4/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
4/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
4/5
5/5
Food Consumption
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
Black & TanFawnRedSable
MahoganyTanRustBlack
Grooming Requirements
2/5
1/5
Shedding Level
5/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
4/5
Stinkiness Rating
Low
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Fluffy
Dense
Bathing Needs
3-4 weeks
4-6 weeks
Cat Friendly
5/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
2/5
Dog Friendly
3/5
1/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
1/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Below Average
Pet Compatibility
Excellent
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Yes
Therapy Work Suitability
Yes
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Yes
Military Service Background
Not really
Yes
Puppy Litter Size
6-7 puppies
8-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
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.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Colonial Rottweiler ClubDeutscher Rottweiler KlubInternational Rottweiler Club
Winner / Best value