Australian Shepherd
medium breedVS
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
small breedAustralian Shepherd vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Two herding breeds with internet fame. Exercise demands differ sharply.
At a Glance
Australian Shepherd
Stat
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
40–65 lbs
Weight
25–30 lbs
18–23 inches
Height
10–12 inches
12–15 yrs
Lifespan
12–13 yrs
very-high
Energy
high
moderate
Grooming
moderate
moderate
Chewing
moderate
medium
Size Class
small
Key Differences
1Size
Corgis 25-30 lbs. Aussies 40-65 lbs.
2Exercise
Corgis 60 min. Aussies 90+.
3Herding
Corgis heel. Aussies use eye.
4Coat
Both shed. Aussies have merle.
Health Comparison
Australian Shepherd Health Concerns
- ⚠Hip Dysplasia
- ⚠Elbow Dysplasia
- ⚠Collie Eye Anomaly
- ⚠Epilepsy
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Health Concerns
- ⚠Intervertebral Disc Disease
- ⚠Hip Dysplasia
- ⚠Von Willebrand Disease
- ⚠Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Temperament
Australian Shepherd
SmartWork-orientedExuberant
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
AffectionateSmartAlert
🏆 Our Verdict
Choose Corgi for manageable herding. Choose Aussie for maximum drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Better beginners?▼
Corgis for first-time herding.
More space?▼
Aussies need more.
Healthier?▼
Corgis IVDD. Aussies MDR1.
Quieter?▼
Neither. Corgis bark more.
More photogenic?▼
Both social media favorites.