Corgi Dog Breed
Corgi Dog Classification:
Corgis are herd dogs for cattle. There
are two breeds of Corgis the Cardigan
Welsh Corgi, and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Other Names Cardigan Welsh Corgi:
Cardigan, CWC, Cardi, Corgi
Other Names Pembroke Welsh Corgi:
Pembroke, PWC, Pem, Corgi
Corgi in Foreign Languages:
Malay: anjing corgi
Origins: The Corgi originated
in Wales to drive cattle.
Description: Corgis are small
but sturdy dogs, with long bodies and
short legs. Corgis have a small prominent
nose and errect ears. The Pembroke Welsh
Corgi has a long tail, while the Cardiigan
Welsh Corgi has a docked tail.
Size: Cardigan Welsh Corgis are
slightly larger than Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
Welsh Corgis weigh from 20 to 30 lbs,
and stand 10 to 12.5 inches at their shoulder.
||10-12.5 inches tall
Coat: Cardigan Welsh Corgis have
a short or medium weatherproof double
coat. Cardigan Welsh Corgis can be almost
any color, with or without white markings.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis have medium length
fur with a straight dense undercoat. Pembroke
Welsh Corgis can be red, sable, fawn,
or black and tan with or without white
markings on the legs, brisket, and neck.
Disposition: Welsh Corgis are
good-natured but can have the tendency
to instinctively herd children and other
pets by nipping at their heels. They are
obedient and intelligent dogs.
Type Dog: Corgis are working herd
Litter Size: Corgis give birth
to litters of 5 to 8 puppies.
Behavior: Corgis require a fair
amount of exercise considering their size,
they are still herd dogs and require regular
activity. Corgis are alert guard dogs,
and can be barkers, they will herd other
pets and even children.
Traits: Active, obedient
Country of Origin: Great Britain
Life Span: Welsh Corgis typically
live 11 to 12 years.
Club Recognitions: AKC, ANKC,
CKC, KC (UK), NZKC, UKC