Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Herding · Small

Rottweiler

Working · Large

Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Rottweiler

Side-by-side comparison of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Rottweiler — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

Rottweiler

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Rottweiler
Size	Small	Large
Height	10–12″	22–27″
Weight	25–30 lbs	80–135 lbs
Lifespan	12–13 yrs	9–10 yrs
Group	Herding	Working
Coat type	Thick double coat, medium length	Double coat, short and dense

Temperament & behavior

Trait	Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Rottweiler
Energy level	High	High
Trainability	High	High
Barking level	High	Moderate

Compatibility

Trait	Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Rottweiler
Good with kids	High	High
Good with dogs	High	Low
Good with cats	Moderate	Low
Apartment friendly	Moderate	Low

Care requirements

Trait	Pembroke Welsh Corgi	Rottweiler
Shedding	Very High	Moderate
Grooming needs	Low	Low
Daily exercise	45–75 min	60–120 min
Daily food	1–1.5 cups	3–5 cups
Annual cost	$1 200–$2 000	$1 600–$2 800

Temperament