About Corgis
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I have to add as this has come up Corgis ears stand up at diff times so yes young the ears can be floppy. I had one that went up & down for a while as a pup then they were perfect.
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is older than the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, with the
Pembroke being bred out of the Cardigan. Both Corgi varieties may be a
descendant of the Keeshond, Pomeranian, Schipperkes and the Swedish Vallhund.
Some say the older Cardigan was from Cardiganshire brought there by the Celts in
1200 BC. Whereas, the Pembroke's ancestors were introduced by Flemish weavers to
the Celts in the 1100s. Whatever the case may be, the Cardigan and the Pembroke
Welsh Corgis were interbred and considered the same breed up until 1934, when a
show judge thought they were too different and separated them into two different
breeds. After they were separated the Pembroke gained in popularity and is to
this day more popular than the Cardigan. The name "corgi" is specific to that
type of dog breed in Cymreig (Welsh). “Dog” in Cymreig (Welsh) is 'Ci' or if it
is softly mutated 'Gi,' hence Corgi. The Pembroke was actually recognized by the
AKC a year before the Cardigan. The Cardigan was recognized in 1935 and the
Pembroke in 1934.
The corgi is one of the smallest dogs in the Herding Group. Pembroke Welsh Corgis are famed for being the preferred breed of Queen Elizabeth II, who has owned more than 30 during her reign.These dogs have been favoured by British royalty for more than seventy years.The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has been ranked at #11 in Stanley Coren's The
Intelligence of Dogs, and is thus considered an excellent working dog. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi was ranked as the 25th most popular dog in 2011
Appearance
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
The Corgi is proportional to larger breeds but has shorter legs, yet has a
sturdy appearance and an athletic body that helps it herd livestock such as
poultry, sheep and cattle. Its body is long, and it has a naturally long,
bobbed, or artificially docked tail and erect ears. The corgi's head should be
foxy in shape and appearance.
Size
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm) tall from their feet
to the top of their shoulders. The length from the shoulders to the set on of
the tail is 40 percent longer than their height. Pembrokes in peak athletic
condition weigh Male: 25–30 lbs with 27 lbs considered as Show Condition,
Female: 23–28 lbs with 25 lbs considered as Show Condition. They reach their
full height by 9 months old, but their bodies keep filling out until they reach
full maturity at two years. Pembrokes have a big appetite, so they can weigh up
to 38 pounds (17 kg) if allowed to overeat
Pembroke Welsh Corgis (Corgwn in Welsh) can benefit from portion control and
exercise.
Temperament
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very affectionate, love to be involved in the
family, and tend to follow wherever their owners go. They have a great desire to
please their owners, thus making them eager to learn and train. The dogs are
easy to train and are ranked as the eleventh smartest dog in Stanley Coren's The
Intelligence of Dogs. Besides herding, they also function as watchdogs due
to their alertness and tendency to only bark as needed. Most Pembrokes will seek
the attention of everyone they meet and behave well around children and other
pets. It is important to socialise this breed with other animals, adults and
children when they are very young to avoid any anti-social behavior or
aggression later in life. Due to their herding instinct, they love to chase
anything that moves, so it is best to keep them inside fenced areas. The herding
instinct will also cause some younger Pembrokes to nip at their owner's ankles
to get attention, but this behavior can be stopped through training and
maturity
HEALTH
Pembrokes have an average life expectancy of 12–15 years Health
problems may include degenerative myelopathy, hip dysplasia, and Von
Willebrand's disease if their parents suffered from the same
problems. Gains weight easily. Do not overfeed for if they become fat it can cause
back problems.
This is what other sites also say about the Corgi:
Personality:
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America (PWCCA) describes the breed's
personality as "outgoing, alert, active, and very people-oriented," stressing
the corgi's need to be "involved with your family or in some kind of work."
Like other dogs bred for herding livestock the Pembroke Welsh corgi is very
"intelligent and trainable, but they are also easily bored and do not do well if
confined in the backyard with little human contact." The American Kennel Club
(AKC) notes that the Pembroke Welsh corgi "responds well to training,” making
the breed "an avid competitor in many dog sports, including conformation,
herding and obedience."
Grooming:
These hardy dogs have a medium-length double coat that consists of a short,
water-resistant undercoat and a longer outer coat. The PWCCA refers to it as a
"shedding coat." Lindy Bezdek of North Texas Pembroke Welsh Corgi Fanciers puts
it a little more bluntly, "They shed. A lot."
Common Health Issues:
As a true achondroplastic (dwarf) breed, according to the PWCCA, the Pembroke
Welsh corgi is built like normal-sized dogs and thus avoids some of the health
issues present in other small breeds. A study conducted by the PWCCA found that
the most common issues to look out for in corgis are hip dysplasia, cancer,
cataracts, and progressive retinal atrophy.
Training Tips:
Pembroke Welsh corgis are known for their ability to learn quickly. However,
training a well-behaved corgi takes a certain capacity for laying down the
ground rules and sticking to them. "The breed is extremely food motivated, easy
to housebreak, and needs to know their place in the pack," recommends Bezdek,
who is also a rescue expert.
Be sure to go easy on those treats Multiple
sources warn that the breed's love of food makes it prone to obesity. The PWCCA
and Bezdek both recommend controlled feeding times to avoid obesity and bowl
guarding.
Best Animal/Owner Match:
The AKC notes that the Pembroke Welsh corgi "can adapt to a variety of
living situations if given regular exercise." Bezdek agrees that the breed is
very adaptable, but she emphasizes that finding the right match between dog and
owner is crucial. "I would not recommend a corgi as a yard dog," says Bezdek,
"They are too smart. They will get bored and get into trouble. They need to be
with people."
Overall, the breed is "very friendly toward people and
other dogs. As for cats, it depends on the individual dog," she adds. "Some are
cuddlers, some independent, laid back or very active," Bezdek tells Paw Nation.
That's why she recommends letting a reputable breeder or rescue person pick the
right dog for your family.
Pembroke being bred out of the Cardigan. Both Corgi varieties may be a
descendant of the Keeshond, Pomeranian, Schipperkes and the Swedish Vallhund.
Some say the older Cardigan was from Cardiganshire brought there by the Celts in
1200 BC. Whereas, the Pembroke's ancestors were introduced by Flemish weavers to
the Celts in the 1100s. Whatever the case may be, the Cardigan and the Pembroke
Welsh Corgis were interbred and considered the same breed up until 1934, when a
show judge thought they were too different and separated them into two different
breeds. After they were separated the Pembroke gained in popularity and is to
this day more popular than the Cardigan. The name "corgi" is specific to that
type of dog breed in Cymreig (Welsh). “Dog” in Cymreig (Welsh) is 'Ci' or if it
is softly mutated 'Gi,' hence Corgi. The Pembroke was actually recognized by the
AKC a year before the Cardigan. The Cardigan was recognized in 1935 and the
Pembroke in 1934.
The corgi is one of the smallest dogs in the Herding Group. Pembroke Welsh Corgis are famed for being the preferred breed of Queen Elizabeth II, who has owned more than 30 during her reign.These dogs have been favoured by British royalty for more than seventy years.The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has been ranked at #11 in Stanley Coren's The
Intelligence of Dogs, and is thus considered an excellent working dog. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi was ranked as the 25th most popular dog in 2011
Appearance
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
The Corgi is proportional to larger breeds but has shorter legs, yet has a
sturdy appearance and an athletic body that helps it herd livestock such as
poultry, sheep and cattle. Its body is long, and it has a naturally long,
bobbed, or artificially docked tail and erect ears. The corgi's head should be
foxy in shape and appearance.
Size
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm) tall from their feet
to the top of their shoulders. The length from the shoulders to the set on of
the tail is 40 percent longer than their height. Pembrokes in peak athletic
condition weigh Male: 25–30 lbs with 27 lbs considered as Show Condition,
Female: 23–28 lbs with 25 lbs considered as Show Condition. They reach their
full height by 9 months old, but their bodies keep filling out until they reach
full maturity at two years. Pembrokes have a big appetite, so they can weigh up
to 38 pounds (17 kg) if allowed to overeat
Pembroke Welsh Corgis (Corgwn in Welsh) can benefit from portion control and
exercise.
Temperament
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are very affectionate, love to be involved in the
family, and tend to follow wherever their owners go. They have a great desire to
please their owners, thus making them eager to learn and train. The dogs are
easy to train and are ranked as the eleventh smartest dog in Stanley Coren's The
Intelligence of Dogs. Besides herding, they also function as watchdogs due
to their alertness and tendency to only bark as needed. Most Pembrokes will seek
the attention of everyone they meet and behave well around children and other
pets. It is important to socialise this breed with other animals, adults and
children when they are very young to avoid any anti-social behavior or
aggression later in life. Due to their herding instinct, they love to chase
anything that moves, so it is best to keep them inside fenced areas. The herding
instinct will also cause some younger Pembrokes to nip at their owner's ankles
to get attention, but this behavior can be stopped through training and
maturity
HEALTH
Pembrokes have an average life expectancy of 12–15 years Health
problems may include degenerative myelopathy, hip dysplasia, and Von
Willebrand's disease if their parents suffered from the same
problems. Gains weight easily. Do not overfeed for if they become fat it can cause
back problems.
This is what other sites also say about the Corgi:
Personality:
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America (PWCCA) describes the breed's
personality as "outgoing, alert, active, and very people-oriented," stressing
the corgi's need to be "involved with your family or in some kind of work."
Like other dogs bred for herding livestock the Pembroke Welsh corgi is very
"intelligent and trainable, but they are also easily bored and do not do well if
confined in the backyard with little human contact." The American Kennel Club
(AKC) notes that the Pembroke Welsh corgi "responds well to training,” making
the breed "an avid competitor in many dog sports, including conformation,
herding and obedience."
Grooming:
These hardy dogs have a medium-length double coat that consists of a short,
water-resistant undercoat and a longer outer coat. The PWCCA refers to it as a
"shedding coat." Lindy Bezdek of North Texas Pembroke Welsh Corgi Fanciers puts
it a little more bluntly, "They shed. A lot."
Common Health Issues:
As a true achondroplastic (dwarf) breed, according to the PWCCA, the Pembroke
Welsh corgi is built like normal-sized dogs and thus avoids some of the health
issues present in other small breeds. A study conducted by the PWCCA found that
the most common issues to look out for in corgis are hip dysplasia, cancer,
cataracts, and progressive retinal atrophy.
Training Tips:
Pembroke Welsh corgis are known for their ability to learn quickly. However,
training a well-behaved corgi takes a certain capacity for laying down the
ground rules and sticking to them. "The breed is extremely food motivated, easy
to housebreak, and needs to know their place in the pack," recommends Bezdek,
who is also a rescue expert.
Be sure to go easy on those treats Multiple
sources warn that the breed's love of food makes it prone to obesity. The PWCCA
and Bezdek both recommend controlled feeding times to avoid obesity and bowl
guarding.
Best Animal/Owner Match:
The AKC notes that the Pembroke Welsh corgi "can adapt to a variety of
living situations if given regular exercise." Bezdek agrees that the breed is
very adaptable, but she emphasizes that finding the right match between dog and
owner is crucial. "I would not recommend a corgi as a yard dog," says Bezdek,
"They are too smart. They will get bored and get into trouble. They need to be
with people."
Overall, the breed is "very friendly toward people and
other dogs. As for cats, it depends on the individual dog," she adds. "Some are
cuddlers, some independent, laid back or very active," Bezdek tells Paw Nation.
That's why she recommends letting a reputable breeder or rescue person pick the
right dog for your family.