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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is one of two dog breeds known as Welsh Corgis that originated in Pembrokeshire, Wales. These herding dogs are believed to be descended from Swedish Vallhund dogs that came to Wales with the Vikings. The phrase "cor gi" translates to "dwarf dog" in Welsh.
Appearance: A Pembroke is between 10 and 12 inches (250
to 300 mm) tall at the withers (tallest point in the
shoulders) and weighs no more than 30 lb (15 kg); dogs in peak
condition weigh about 27 pounds (12 kg) for the male and the
females are about 2 pounds (1 kg) lighter. Pembrokes can be
red, sable, fawn, or black and tan with or without white
markings on the legs, chest, neck, muzzle, underneath, and as
a narrow blaze on the head.
Too much white is considered a fault in show dogs.
Historically, the Pembroke was a breed with a natural bob tail
(very short tail). Due to the advent of docking, the trait was
not aggressively pursued, with breeders focusing instead on
other characteristics, and the tail artificially shortened if
need be. Given that some countries are now banning docking,
breeders are again attempting to select for dogs with the
genes for natural bob tails. Corgi's have a short undercoat as
well as a longer thicker overcoat. These coasts shed 1-3 times
a year.
Temperament: Like most herding breeds, they are
active, intelligent, and athletic dogs despite their shorter
legs. The short legs may seem to be a disadvantage, but they
can run and jump just as well as any other dog of comparable
size. Though still sometimes used as a working dog, today they
are more commonly kept as companions. They are happy, loving,
and eager to please. Pems are intelligent and quick thinkers,
which can make them easy to train, but their desire to please
means that they thrive on praise.
Although short, Corgis are fast runners and, like most
herding breeds, need a minimum of an hour's exercise daily.
They are, contrary to appearances, a medium-size dog and
should not be thought of as a toy dog or one who needs less
attention and activity.
Health: The length of the spine can cause spinal
problems and early arthritis in Corgis. Corgis usually live
about twelve to fourteen years.
Pembroke Corgis, if not kept active or if overfed, can
easily become obese, which is bad for their elongated backs.
Pembroke Corgis should also not be forced to jump from large
heights, for they could fracture their relatively short legs.
History: Originally bred for herding sheep and
cattle, they have proven themselves as excellent companion
animals and are outstanding competitors in sheepdog trials and
dog agility.
Corgis are becoming more popular in the United States and
rank 23rd in American Kennel Club registrations as of 2004.
Miscellaneous:
Ein, from the popular anime series Cowboy Bebop, is a
Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are a favourite of Queen Elizabeth
II of the United Kingdom.
There is a myth that fairies would ride on corgis,
because they were a perfect horse for that size
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