Cardigan Welsh Corgi

In the small corgi family, the one with the distinctive tail, which sways as it walks, and the flowing coat is the Cardigan. (This breed and its cousin, the Pembroke, otherwise look alike, though their ancestral breeds are different). Otherwise, another unusual feature is the “corgi carpet,” in which they lie flat on their stomachs with their short legs and tail spayed.

This breed is said to have come to the Welsh country of Cardiganshire from central Europe with the Celts more than 3,000 years ago. The Welsh found their short stature, courage, and alertness to be advantageous for working amid cattle. They were also useful as guard dogs and for keeping rodents and small animals under control.

This highly intelligent dogs love to be around people and to be kept busy, a bored corgi will be a stressed corgi, and they should be allowed to run around as much as they like. Occasional brushing is enough to keep the coat beautiful.

Origin : United Kingdom
Size : (male) Height 11-13 inches ; Weight 30-39 pounds
(female) Height 11-13 inches ; Weight 24-34 pounds
Coat : Long and harsh, undercoat is soft and dense. Colors include red, sable, fawn, black and tan, and blue merle, with white marking on legs, chest, and neck.