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Cardigan Welsh Corgi Facts
- Group
- Herding
- Affiliations
- AKC, CKC, UKC
- Height
- 10.5" - 12.5"
- Weight
- 25-38 lbs.
- Lifespan
- 14 years | Add yours
- Exercise Requirement
- Training Requirement
- Grooming Requirement
- Colors
- Breed Characteristics
Alternate Names
none known
Origin
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi was developed in Cardiganshire, Wales.
Date Of Origin
This breed first arrived in Cardiganshire (its place of origin) with the Celts in 1200 BC.
History
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a cousin to the dachshund, and is believed to be descended from dogs brought to whales by the Celts as long as three thousand years ago. It is closely related to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. It was first seen in the United Stares in the early 1930's but has gained popularity in recent years.
Description
This breed is a low, long, solidly built dog with a wedge shaped head; large, erect ears; a black nose; and brown eyes. It has a deep chest and well boned, bowed front legs. The long tail is bushy. The double coat has a soft under coat and medium length outer coat.
Temperament
the Cardigan is often described as a big dog in a small body; it is alert, intelligent, and hard working. It is playful and affectionate with friends and family, but wary with strangers. It may herd children and small animals.
Uses
This dog is a cattle herder and drover, a companion and a ratter. The breed became useful because the Crown owned practically all land, and the tenant farmers were permitted to fence off only a few acres surrounding their dooryards. The rest was common land, on which the crofter was permitted to graze his cattle. Instead of herding the cattle, the Corgi would nip at their heels and drive them as far afield as desired.
Health Concerns
PRA
Additional Information
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi, unlike the Pembroke, possesses a tail.
Sources
The Howell Book Of Dogs
Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Author: Liz Palika
Dog Bible
Publisher: BowTie Press, 2005
Website: http://www.bowtiepress.com/bowtie/
Authors: Kristin Meuh-Roe, Jarelle S. Stein
The New Encyclopedia of the Dog
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, 2000
Website: http://www.dk.com
Author: Bruce Fogle
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