Breed comparison

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Collie

How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.

4Affection with family4
4Good with young children5
3Good with other dogs3
4Openness to strangers3
4Playfulness4
4Energy level3
4Trainability4
4Mental stimulation needs3
3Adaptability4
3Watchdog / protective3
5Barking5
3Shedding3
2Coat grooming3
1Drooling2

The biggest differences

These two breeds are close on every trait: no score differs by more than one point.

They score the same on affection with family, good with other dogs, playfulness, trainability, watchdog / protective, barking.

Which one should you choose?

Pick the Cardigan Welsh Corgi if you want an energetic exercise partner. Pick the Collie if you have young children, you prefer a calmer dog, you live in a smaller home or move often.

Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.

Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.

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