Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Havanese
Herding · Small vs Toy · Small
Cardigan Welsh CorgiSmall
A loyal, smart, affectionate herding dwarf with a long tail — Pembroke's older, mellower cousin.
Weight: 30–38 lbsLifespan: 12–15 years
HavaneseSmall
An intelligent, outgoing, funny lapdog — Cuba's national dog with a silky, hypoallergenic coat.
Weight: 7–13 lbsLifespan: 14–16 years
Quick take
- • Cardigan Welsh Corgi is the larger breed at 30–38 lbs (males) vs 7–13 lbs for the Havanese.
- • The Havanese typically lives longer (14–16 years).
- • The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has higher daily energy needs.
- • The Havanese sheds less.
Side-by-side traits
| Trait | Cardigan Welsh Corgi | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
Group | Herding | Toy |
Size | Small | Small |
Origin | Wales | Cuba |
Height (male) | 10.5–12.5" | 8.5–11.5" |
Height (female) | 10.5–12.5" | 8.5–11.5" |
Weight (male) | 30–38 lbs | 7–13 lbs |
Weight (female) | 25–34 lbs | 7–13 lbs |
Lifespan Average expected lifespan. | 12–15 years | 14–16 years |
Energy level Daily activity needs. | High (4/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Trainability How quickly the breed learns commands. | High (4/5) | High (4/5) |
Intelligence Problem-solving ability. | High (4/5) | High (4/5) |
Exercise needs Daily physical activity required. | Moderate (3/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Shedding Lower = less hair around your home. | Moderate (3/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Grooming effort Brushing, bathing, professional grooming. | Low (2/5) | High (4/5) |
Drooling Lower = drier face and furniture. | Very Low (1/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Barking How vocal the breed is. | Moderate (3/5) | Moderate (3/5) |
Good with kids | High (4/5) | Very High (5/5) |
Good with other dogs | High (4/5) | Very High (5/5) |
Good with strangers | Moderate (3/5) | Very High (5/5) |
Protectiveness Watchdog tendencies. | Moderate (3/5) | Very Low (1/5) |
Adaptability Apartment / new environment tolerance. | High (4/5) | Very High (5/5) |
Coat length | medium | long |
Hypoallergenic Lower-shedding, less dander. | No | Yes |
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About the Cardigan Welsh Corgi
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a loyal, smart, affectionate herding dwarf with a long tail — Pembroke's older, mellower cousin. Originally from Wales, this small herding breed typically weighs 30–38 lbs and lives 12–15 years. Breeders describe them as loyal, smart, affectionate.
About the Havanese
The Havanese is an intelligent, outgoing, funny lapdog — Cuba's national dog with a silky, hypoallergenic coat. Originally from Cuba, this small toy breed typically weighs 7–13 lbs and lives 14–16 years. Breeders describe them as intelligent, outgoing, funny.
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Hip dysplasia
- • IVDD
- • Eye disorders
Havanese health
Common health concerns reported in this breed:
- • Patellar luxation
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Cataracts
- • Heart problems