Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Pembroke Welsh Corgi makes a very cheerful companions, approaching life with immense vitality and charm. A devoted companion, this tireless worker makes a fine guard.

Origin: As the Cardigan Corgi, the past of the Pembroke shire breed is largely uncharted but some say that it arrived in Wales with Flemish weavers who settled there in the 12th century. However the many similarities between the two corgis point to a shared ancestry, and make this story rather unlikely. Whatever its origins, the Welsh Corgi, like its cousin, worked as a cattle dog on the Welsh hills, the sturdy, muscular body, combined with surprising speed, fitting it well for work. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is the oldest and remains the most popular, possibly because of its links with the British Royal Family. It is now internationally known as the favorite pet of Queen Elizabeth II.

Temperament: The lively, intelligent and willing Pembroke Welsh Corgi makes an excellent family pet.

Grooming: Daily Brushing is all that is needed for Pembroke Welsh Corgi’s water resistant coat.

Exercise: Despite its traditional role as worker, he will settle for regular walk. Neglecting this basic need, Pembroke Welsh Corgi will lose its waistline.

Physical Appearance of Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Head: Fox like with a lightly tapering muzzle and a black nose.

Ears: Held erect with a slightly pointed tip.

Eyes: Medium sized, round and hazel in color.

Body: Rather long with a deep chest. The back should have a level top-line.

Coat: Dense and of medium length. Colors are fawn, red, sable, or black and tan, with or without white markings.

Tail: Preferred naturally short, but otherwise docked.

Height: 25 to 30 cm / 10 to 12 in

Weight: 10 to 12 kg / 20 to 26 lb