Cardigans or Pembrokes?

**bckrazy** · 02-14-2007, 01:29 AM

I don't think this has been a poll yet... What do you prefer - Cardigan Welsh Corgis or Pembroke Welsh Corgis? I've researched both breeds pretty heavily and, even though the difference isn't huge, I definitely prefer Cardi's. :] Pemmy's are much more popular, but what is your preference?

Cardigan

* Slightly larger

* Tails NOT docked

* Several more accepted colors: All Pemmy colors, along with Brindle, Blue Merle, Bi-color, Tri with Brindle points, and a few variations thereof.

* Blue eyes are much more common and accepted in the standard.

* Larger ears, more rounded features & head.

* Typically more outgoing, affectionate & friendly.

Pembroke

* 10-12 inches; 25-30 lbs

* Tails traditionally docked.

* Accepted colors: Sable, Fawn, or Black Tri.

* Foxy head, pointier ears.

* Much more popular.

* Typically bolder in personality, typically more vocal.

* Coat is slightly denser/longer.

* More health problems in the breed.

**critter crazy** · 02-14-2007, 06:32 AM

I know several people that have Pembrokes, but I prefer the Cardigans!

**Kfamr** · 02-14-2007, 06:54 AM

I never understood the difference but I voted Cardigans because their tails aren't docked.

**lute** · 02-14-2007, 08:05 AM

There's not much of a difference between the two. I voted pembroke though. I like their sharper features.

**Zippy** · 02-14-2007, 08:12 AM

Pembrokes!They are one of my favorite dog breeds.They place close after Mutts.

**Argranade** · 02-14-2007, 09:42 AM

There both beautiful dogs but I would have to choose the Corgis.

Did the Pembroke have it's tail cut off or somthing? lol sorry don't know much about dogs.

**BC_MoM** · 02-14-2007, 10:11 AM

Originally Posted by Argranade

There both beautiful dogs but I would have to choose the Corgis.

They're both Corgi's.

If I ever got a Corgi, it would be a Cardigan!

**GreyhoundGirl** · 02-14-2007, 10:58 AM

Cardigan! I prefer the colours and LOVE the bushy "raccoon" tail.

**angelbow20** · 02-14-2007, 12:33 PM

This is Toby my sisters dog we are watching. he is a corgi mix, and he has a bushy tail!!!

**Tollers-n-Dobes** · 02-14-2007, 12:43 PM

I prefer the Cardi. I love them! If I ever feel that I want a "smaller" dog, a Cardi is what I'd get.

**wolf_Q** · 02-14-2007, 12:44 PM

I'm not sure if I've ever met a Cardigan...I think all of the corgis I've seen were Pembrokes. I think they are both adorable dogs. I voted Cardigan because I love dogs with tails (I don't like docking) and merle is one of my favorite colorations...plus I'm a sucker for blue eyes.

**cassiesmom** · 02-14-2007, 12:44 PM

Okay, stupid question. Is the Pembroke born with a tail? If you have a Pembroke as a pet, can you go without docking it? I'm not sure I like one over the other. I was watching them on the Westminster show last night. The Corgi is a breed I'd deflinitely like to know more about! I like their happy faces and their cute ears. I vote - CORGIES!