ADDITIONAL PEMBROKE WELSH CORGI PICTURES
Family:
Breed Group: Herding, AKC Herding
Origin: Wales
Date of Origin: 9th or 10th century
Originally used for: Herding sheep and cattle
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s):
History of the Breed: An old breed that likely originated in the 9th or 10th century in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The Swedish Vallhund
was believed to have been crossed with other native Welsh dogs to produce the Corgi. Some believe the Flemish weavers, who settled in
Pembrokeshire bred their native dogs with local cattle dogs to produce the Corgi. The Corgi has been used for many centuries
as a herding dog.
In 1934 the Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis were recognized by both the English Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club as two distinct
breeds.
General Appearance: A small sturdy dog longer than tall and low setting with a fox shaped head that is wide and flat between the ears
with a somewhat tapered muzzle and a black nose. The brown oval eyes are medium sized. The erect ears are of medium size and taper slightly to a
rounded point. The body has a well sprung rib cage and is moderately long with a deep chest. The tail is docked.
The coat lies flat on the body it is thicker and longer around the neck, chest and on the shoulders. Hair is longer on the back of the forelegs
and on the rear of the hindquarters.
Height & Weight:
Height 10-12 Inches
Weight 25-27 Pounds
Coat: A double coat, the undercoat is short, thick and weather resistant. The longer outercoat lies flat on the body. The length
of hair varies and is thicker and longer around the neck, chest and on the shoulders. Hair is longer on the back of the forelegs
and on the rear of the hindquarters.
Color: Red, sable, fawn, black and tan with or without white markings. White is acceptable on legs, chest, neck, and muzzle.
Grooming needs: Low
Temperament of Breed: Intelligent and versatile they make an excellent family pet.
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, if properly socialized starting at an early age
Suitability as a watchdog: Yes
Exercise Level: Medium
Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: PRA - progressive retinal atrophy, cataracts, retinal dysplasia, hip dysplasia, intervertebral disk disease, Von Willebrand's disease (vWD)
Minor:
Life Expectancy: 12-15 Years
2006 AKC Ranking: 22
First Registered by the AKC: 1934
Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CCR, 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:
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America, Inc.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Association Canada (PWCA(C))
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