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56 GUIDE T O BREED S

PEMBROKE WELSH CORGI

A SHARP AND CONFIDENT WATCHDOG WITH A BIG BARK FOR ITS SIZE AKC

Height range The two breeds of Welsh Corgi have a long history as cattle herders
10–12 in (25–30 cm) and guard dogs in Wales. The more widely known of the two breeds, the
Weight range Pembroke Welsh Corgi, is distinguishable from the Cardigan Welsh Corgi
20–26 lb (9–12 kg)
(see p.55) by its slightly smaller ears and shorter tail. This alert and
Life span 12–15 years energetic little dog makes an excellent watchdog and enjoys family
Origin UK life. Their tendency to occasionally revert to their herding instincts
and nip ankles can be minimized by early training. Pembroke
Welsh Corgis tend to put on weight easily, so they need
a well-regulated regime of diet and exercise.
Other colors
Erect ears,
rounded at tips
Fawn and sable
Red coat
with white
markings
Foxlike
head with
Tail carried low typical markings

Black and tan coat Level topline

White
markings
on chest

Short legs

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