ADDITIONAL CARDIGAN WELSH CORGI PICTURES
Family:
Breed Group: AKC Herding
Origin: Wales
Date of Origin: Ancient Breed
Originally used for: Sheep & cattle driving and herding, Vermin elimination
Used today: Farm dog, companion
Other Name(s): Cardigan, Cardi
History of the Breed: Cardigan Welsh Corgis are one of the oldest known breeds, they are descended from the Teckel family of dogs which
also produced the Dachshund. They are believed to have been in existence in Wales for over 3,000 years. These dogs were bred long and low to make
sure that any kicks by cattle would travel safely over the dogs without touching them. The phrase "cor gi" translates to "dwarf dog" in Welsh.
The Corgi has served as a cattle drover and herder, a vermin exterminator, and a family guardian and pet.
General Appearance: The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a long, low fox-like dog with large upright ears, a brushy tail, moderate bone, and
front legs slightly bowed around a deep chest.
Height & Weight:
Height 10.5-12.5 Inches
Weight 30-38 Pounds
Coat: A dense double coat that is medium in length it is smooth and weather resistant. The insulating undercoat is short, soft and thick.
short hair on ears, head, the legs, medium hair on body and slightly longer, thicker hair in ruff, on the backs of the thighs and on the underside
of the tail.
Color: Can be any shade of red, sable, or brindle. They can also be black with or without tan brindle or blue merle (black and gray or
marbled) with or without tan or brindle. They usually have white on the neck, chest, legs, muzzle, underneath, tip of the tail, and as a blaze
on the head.
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: This breed makes an excellent family pet they are good natured, loyal, and very affectionate.
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: High, this breed has a tendency to gain weight and needs daily exercise.
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: PRA, glaucoma
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 12-14 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 79
First Registered by the AKC: 1935
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America (CWCCA)
Cardigan Welsh Corgi Association, UK (CWCA)
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