Affectionate
Friendly
Lively
Playful
Cheerful
Intelligent
Going

Curious
Independent
Agile
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Faithful

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

Westekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Westekes as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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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
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American Canine Hybrid Club

1100s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Blue
Red
Black
White
Sable

Black
White

Pembroke Welsh Corgis have medium-length coats.

Westekes are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

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 Westeke can have a litter of 3-7 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.

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

Westekes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Epilepsy

Allergies

Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
cardiac and hip, blood and eye exams

Pembroke Welsh Corgis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Westekes are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Westekes need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Westekes bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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 Westeke, it's at least 7 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 Westekes usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Westeke requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
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 13-14 pound (6 - 6 kg) Westeke feed 1 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 Westeke is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Westeke is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Westekes 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.

Westekes are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Westekes 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.

Westekes are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Westekes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Westekes are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Westekes are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.