Breed comparison
Dachshund vs. Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Side-by-side comparison to help you decide which breed fits your lifestyle.
Size
small (11-32 lbs)
small (22-30 lbs)
Life expectancy
12-16 yrs
12-13 yrs
Activity
moderate
moderate
Grooming
low
moderate
Coat
short
double
Temperament
spunky, courageous, curious, playful
affectionate, smart, alert, bossy
First-year cost
$1,175-$3,125
$1,200-$3,325
Ongoing annual
$975-$2,025
$1,000-$2,225
Health comparison
Shared concerns
intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)progressive retinal atrophyepilepsyobesity
Dachshund specific
patellar luxationdental disease
Pembroke Welsh Corgi specific
hip dysplasiadegenerative myelopathyvon Willebrand's disease
Cost comparison
Dachshund
$1,175-$3,125year one
Food: $450-$950
Vet: $425-$725
Grooming: $25-$150
Gear: $175-$400
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
$1,200-$3,325year one
Food: $450-$950
Vet: $425-$725
Grooming: $50-$350
Gear: $175-$400
Which breed is right for you?
Consider a Dachshund if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You prefer minimal grooming commitment
- —You want a longer-lived breed (12-16 yrs)
Consider a Pembroke Welsh Corgi if:
- —You want a calmer, lower-energy companion
- —You live in an apartment or smaller home
- —You want a longer-lived breed (12-13 yrs)
- —You want a deeply loyal, bonded companion
Common symptoms to watch
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