HISTORY

ORIGIN WALES

GROUP HERDING GROUP


The Pembroke Welsh Corgi was brought to Wales by Flemish weavers sometime in the early 1100’s. This breed is the original heeler, their short bodies and tough mouths allowed them to nip at the heels of livestock. They are closely related to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, a good way to tell them apart is by their tails. The Pembroke Corgis have no tails, while the Cardigan’s do.

APPEARANCE(S)

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is short with a long body and very short legs. The front legs are generally bowed. The head is a triangle with round eyes close together and ears that are erect. Pembroke Corgis do not have tails.

COLOR(S)


This breed is most commonly seen in sable, red, fawn, and black and white.

COAT


The coat of the Pembroke Corgi is soft medium outer coat, and a very dense rough undercoat.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL


Moderate to High

POSITIVES


This breed is loves its family, playing and are very active. The Pembroke Corgi excels at canine sports.

THINGS TO CONSIDER


This breed can be aggressive to strangers, and they are known to bark.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do well in the city or country.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

This breed needs daily exercise to reduce the incidence of obesity, and needs to be brushed weekly.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

  • Obesity

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America
94 South 250 East
Blackfoot, ID 83221

FUN FACT(S)

The word “Corgi” in Welsh means dog.
Written by: PetsMD Veterinary Editorial Staff