Cardigan Welsh Corgi Dog Breed

Below are the details and specs on the Cardigan Welsh Corgi dog breed.

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a medium-sized dog that with a length of 10 to 13 inches and a weight that can reach 30 pounds. It is a short dog, with legs much shorter than the rest of its body counterparts. The Cardigan Corgi is slightly larger and heavier-built than the Pembroke Corgi.

The Corgi is a medium-energy dog, and is a herding dog. It is very trainable, and when well-socialized, can get along great with kids, families, and other pets. It is a fearless and independent working dog, with excellent herding skills and an intelligence that is very receptive to training. When bored, the Corgi is capable of finding itself different tasks to keep busy.

The Corgi is a medium maintenance dog. Because it sheds frequently, the Corgi needs frequent brushing care to contain its shedding. With its medium to high energy, the Corgi requires vital exercise and a well-monitored diet, as excess weight can lead to various health issues.

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is the older of the two breeds, and is one of the earliest breeds in the British Isles. It was recognized by the AKC in 1935. It is believed to have been in existence in Wales for more than 3000 years. It is a transitional for between the Teckel and Spitz family. Its original work was to clear the way for its master's herd, and it did so by chasing off predators and trespassing herds. The Cardigan was later used as a herder or "drover," driving cattle to different English markets. It ancestry traces back to the Dachshund.

The Corgi is low-set and sturdily built, with legs much shorter than average when compared to the rest of its body. It has erect ears and a foxy head. It is double-coated, with a thick undercoat and a longer top coat.

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has ears which are rounded at the tip and feet which point slightly outward (no more than 30 degrees). The Cardigan is slightly larger and more heavily boned than its Pembroke cousin. The most obvious difference between the two Corgi breeds is the Cardigan has a full length tail, whereas the Pembroke's tail is naturally docked. The easiest way to remember this is that the Pembroke has a "broke" tail, whole the Cardigan's tail is long like that of an actual cardigan.

The Cardigan Corgi is described as devoted, alert, companionable, active, intelligent, and affectionate. Herding, obedience, agility, or chasing balls are all enjoyable outlets for the Corgi's strong desire to work.

The breed's high intelligence makes the Cardigan very trainable. The breed is an independent thinking and problem-solving dog, which is common in herding dogs. This means the breed can make decisions based on their own judgement instead of following a specific command, so it is important for owners to be confident and consistent in their training or the Cardigan will bend the rules or make up its own.

The breed has a strong desire to work and will be looking for a task to complete. A steady training regime should keep the Cardigans boredom at bay, however Cardigans with a lack of mental exercise will find a way to entertain themselves which can lead to unwanted behavior and undesirable habits.

The Corgi is a fairly old dog breed and can be susceptible to the following health issues: