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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Puppies for Sale
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
(Welsh Corgi) (Corgi)
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Pronunciation |
Pembroke
Welsh Corgi |
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Description |
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a long, low dog with
large erect ears, a broad flat skull and a fox-like head. The tail is almost
non-existent. (The Cardigan variety has a long
tail.) The Pembroke's eyes are dark, preferably with black rims, and the nose is
black. The soft, water-resistant coat comes in red, sable, fawn or black &
tan, usually with white markings. Some differences between the Pembroke and the
Cardigan are: the Pembroke usually has straighter legs as it is not quite as
long- bodied as a Cardigan; the Pembroke's head is generally more wedge-shaped;
the ears are smaller and closer together than the Cardigans; also the Pembroke
tends to be lighter than the Cardigan. |
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Temperament |
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a hardy, highly
intelligent, obedient, protective and devoted dog. Corgis are extremely active
and are good with children so long as the dog sees humans as above him in the pack order. They
make fine guards, and excellent show and obedience dogs. Wary of strangers, it
should be properly socialized and trained when it is still young. They need their humans to have a determined, consistent loving approach, showing firm but calm leadership with proper human to canine communication to avoid
over-protective behaviors as an adult. Some Pembrokes are more outgoing, restless
and excitable than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Several of these brave dogs have
lost their lives defending their homes, as they were too small for the
situation. They sometimes try to herd people by nipping at their heels, although
they can and should be trained not to do this. The Pembroke tends to bark a lot and makes a
good alarm dog. If you find your dog is barking at you in order to communicate you need to hush the dog and look into your leadership skills. A dog that is barking at you in that manner is showing signs of dominancy issues. Males can be aggressive with other males, particularly if a
bitch in heat is in the vicinity. The human handlers need to communicate to the dog that aggressiveness with other dogs is an unwanted behavior. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs 10-12 inches (25-30cm) Bitches 10-12
inches (25-30cm)
Weight: Dogs 25-30 pounds (11-14kg) Bitches 24-28 pounds (11-13kg) |
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Health Problems |
Prone to PRA, glaucoma and back disorders. Do not
overfeed this breed, as it tends to gain weight easily. |
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Living Conditions |
The Pembroke will do fine in an apartment if they
are sufficiently exercised. This breed is very active indoors and will do okay
without a yard. They will do okay in most climates. |
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Exercise |
Naturally active little dogs, they should always
be encouraged to remain so. They need to be taken on 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 soft, 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 twice a year. |
| Origin |
The Pembroke and the Cardigan Welsh Corgis
have been considered separate breeds for only about 70 years. There are several
theories about the origins of the Welsh Corgi. Both Corgi varieties may be
descended from 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.
Another source claims that the Pembroke varieties were brought to Wales by
Flemish weavers in the 1100's. No matter what the breed's true early history,
the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed developed in Pembrokeshire, Wales, and was used
to drive cattle by nipping their heels and barking. His low stature helped him
roll 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. A Pembroke Welsh Corgi is well-known as the favorite breed and pet
of Queen Elizabeth II. Because of royal favor, and perhaps because of a slightly
gentler personality, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has become very popular, while the
Cardigan is not as widespread. Some of the Pembroke's talents include: herding,
watchdog, guarding, and competitive obedience. |
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Group |
Herding, AKC Herding
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
CCR, 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
CCR = Canadian
Canine Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Corgi Posters and Prints
Photo Courtesy of Coltsfoot Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
Corgis are excellent herders. Photos Courtesy of Coltsfoot Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
Photos Courtesy of Coltsfoot Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
This is Chip, a tri-color Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy.
"Abby is our Pembroke Welsh Corgi shown here at a year old. She is so sweet and gentle, and good with the grandkids. She likes to nip at there heels and tries to keep them herded in part of the yard. Her father's name is "Cowboy Giz" and mother is "Katy Get Ur Gun"."
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Pembroke Welsh
Corgi Pictures 1
Welsh Corgis
Small Dogs vs Medium and Large Dogs
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