Affectionate
Friendly
Lively
Playful
Cheerful
Intelligent
Going

Courageous
Intelligent
Protective
Gentle
Loving
Affectionate
Loyal

Pembroke Welsh Corgis shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

King Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a King Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Wales

United States

keeshond, schipperke, pomeranian, samoyed, chow chow, norwegian elkhound, spitz

German Shepherd, Shiloh Shepherd, Malamute, Pyrenees

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

American Rare Breed Association
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.

1100s

1990s

Herding (AKC:1934 & UKC)

Herding

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Blue
Red
Black
White
Sable

Fawn
Red
Black
Brown
Sable

A Pembroke Welsh Corgi can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A King Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

King Shepherds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

King Shepherds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Epilepsy

Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Joint Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination

Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Allergy Testing

Pembroke Welsh Corgi minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

King Shepherd is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

King Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Walking, Petting, Running, Brushing, Walk, Speak, Fetch, Cuddling, Sniffing, Kisses, Sniff, Chase, Cuddles, Snuggles, Napping, Hike, Training sess, Going to stores, Dog Parks, Tug of war, Car rides

Fetch, Eating Snacks, Walk, Go to Park, Walking, Cuddling, Car rides, Go hiking, Cuddles, Dog beach, Dog Parks, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pembroke Welsh Corgi, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For King Shepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pembroke Welsh Corgis usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most King Shepherds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, King Shepherd should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 22-31 pound (10 - 14 kg) Pembroke Welsh Corgi feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 90-150 pound (41 - 68 kg) King Shepherd feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pembroke Welsh Corgi is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a King Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pembroke Welsh Corgi is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a King Shepherd is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

King Shepherds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The King Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

King Shepherds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

King Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

King Shepherds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

King Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

King Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

King Shepherds can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.