Norfolk Terrier tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Norfolk Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Companionable
Happy
Selfish
Confidence
Intelligent
Fearless
Lovable
Spirited

Affectionate
Friendly
Lively
Playful
Cheerful
Intelligent
Going

Norfolk Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

England

Wales

terrier

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

1800s

1100s

Terrier (AKC:1979 & UKC)

Herding (AKC:1934 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Red
Brown
Fawn

Fawn
Blue
Red
Black
White
Sable

Norfolk Terriers have short coats.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Norfolk Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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 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.

Mitral Valve Disease

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Degenerative Myelopathy

Cataracts

Epilepsy

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination

Norfolk Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Norfolk Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

While Norfolk Terrier dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Norfolk Terrier, it's at least 4 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 Pembroke Welsh Corgi, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Norfolk Terriers 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.

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.

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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-12 pound (5 - 5 kg) Norfolk Terrier 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.

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.

The average cost of a Norfolk Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Norfolk Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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.

Norfolk Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Norfolk Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Norfolk Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

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

Norfolk Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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