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Cardigan Welsh Corgi
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi
"Heidi my Cardigan Welsh Corgi is well tempered. She is 5 years old and healthy. When we first got her she was a little under weight so we plumped her up but the vet said a little too much. As you may know already that it is pretty hard for corgi's to loose weight. But with at least 30 minutes a day we got her to a perfect 23 pounds. It is very important to keep corgi's in shape because of their short legs and long body. Otherwise they might have future joint problems. One good way for them to loose weight is swimming. It doesn't put pressure on there joints and gives them a good work out. Heidi loves going to dog beach and chasing all the seagulls and ducks into the water."
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Pronunciation |
Cardigan
Welsh Corgi |
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Description |
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a long, low dog
(36" to 43" long, all the way from the nose to the tip of the tail)
with very, large erect ears, a broad flat skull, and a long, low-set tail (the Pembroke's
variety has no tail). The Cardigan tends to be a bit heavier than the Pembroke.
The Cardigan's erect ears are larger than the Pembroke's and the feet are more
round. The Cardigan has a straight topline and a deep chest with prominent
breastbone. The front feet turn outwards slightly. The front assembly should be
relatively heavy-boned, but not coarse. Dewclaws should be removed. The Cardigan
has dark eyes that harmonize with the color of the coat. Blue eyes are allowed
only in blue merle dogs. The head is broad between the ears and tapers to the
eyes. The occiput is in a proportion of approximately 3:5. The teeth should meet
in a scissors bite. The Cardigan's double coat consists of a harsh medium length
outer coat lined with a soft, dense undercoat. Hair is more abundant at the
ruff, back of the legs and on the underside of the tail. Colors are brindle,
blue merle, black, black & tan, black & brindle, sable, and red, often
with white markings. |
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Temperament |
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is highly intelligent,
obedient, protective and robust. Steady, loyal and loving, but can be wary of
strangers. Socialize well, preferably when young. They are willing to please. Corgi's are extremely active and
devoted little dogs, and are good with considerate children so long as the dog sees himself below humans in the pack order. They make
fine guards, and excellent show and obedience dogs. Cardigans are less sociable
and more territorial than Pembroke's, as they tend to have a higher dominancy level. Good with other non-canine animals and
with other Corgis, but can be combative with other dogs if the owners do not properly communicate to the dog that aggressiveness is an unwanted behavior. Several of these brave
dogs have lost their lives defending their homes, as they were too small for the
situation. They sometimes attempt to herd people by nipping at their heels,
although they can be trained not to do this. The Cardigan is a good alarm barker
and some tend to bark a lot and need to be taught not to do so. Intact males can be aggressive with other males,
particularly if a bitch in heat is in the vicinity. If you can treat your Corgi in such a way that he is mentally sound, he makes a wonderful companion. Issues will arise if the dog is above the humans in the pack order and if he does not receive enough daily exercise. Do not allow the Corgi to developed Small Dog Syndrome. |
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Height, weight |
Height: Dogs 10-13 inches (25-33cm) Bitches 10-13
inches (25-33cm)
Weight: Dogs 25-30 pounds (11-14kg) Bitches 25-30 pounds (11-14kg) |
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Health Problems |
Some are prone to PRA and glaucoma. Do not
overfeed this breed, as it tends to gain weight easily. |
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Living Conditions |
Good for apartment life. They are very active
indoors, and will do okay without a yard. |
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Exercise |
Even more active that the Pembroke; Cardigans must
have regular exercise, including a
daily, long walk. While out on the walk the dog must be made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as in a dog's mind the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years. |
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Grooming |
The wiry, medium-length water-resistant coat is
easy to groom. Comb and brush with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when
necessary. The coat is shed two times per year. |
| Origin |
The Cardigan and the Pembroke Welsh Corgis have
been considered separate breeds for only about 70 years. There are several
theories about the origins of the Welsh Corgi. Both Corgis varieties may be
descended form Swedish Vallhunds brought to Wales by Vikings in the 800's. Or
perhaps the Cardigan is the older variety, brought to Wales by the Celts in
about 1200 BC. The name "Corgi" comes from the Celtic word for dog.
The breed was mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086) and developed in
Cardiganshire Wales. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an excellent cattle driver,
vermin hunter and farm guard. The Corgi drove cattle by barking and nipping at
the cattle's heals. His low stature helped him role out of the way when a cow
kicked. Corgis still maintain that habit when chasing each other. The Pembroke
and Cardigan varieties were freely interbred until the 1930's, after which time
breeders tried to accentuate their differences. Today, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi
is primarily a companion dog. |
Group |
Herding, AKC Herding |
Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération Cynologique
Internationale
AKC = American Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel Club of
Great Britain
CKC = Canadian Kennel
Club
ANKC = Australian National Kennel
Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
5 month old Jacob
Jacob all grown up!
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"This is Heidi my dog. She
is a two year old Cardigan Welsh Corgi. When we wanted a dog, we all
decided that it would be best to
rescue a dog from the pound. My family decided to pick Heidi to
see in one of those little fenced areas to see if we wanted to have
her. We were in there for about a half hour and she didn't even want
to look or have anything to do with us. But for some reason we were
all very attached to her. When we decided to adopt her the employees
at the pound were so relieved because she has had passed aggression
that they worked with a lot. After the first couple weeks she was
with us she became so attached to us that if I left the house for
five minutes she would start whimpering and wining as if she were
crying. For the first nine to ten months Heidi did not like
strangers at all. If anyone out of the family would come in to our
house she would growl bark and even try to lunge at them. She has
never bit anyone even when someone puts there hand out for her to
get a whiff she'll just keep on barking. After a lot of good stable
routine and exercise and socializing with enough people she has
become the sweetest dog ever. She even treats little kittens as if
they were her own puppies and bathes them. After having Heidi as an
addition in our house I wouldn't have chosen any other dog."
This is Rocky at 7 months old. His owner says, "He is a sweet, exuberant, bundle of energy!"
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Pictures 1
Welsh Corgis
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