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About the Welsh Corgi Breeds	Pembrokes with Tails
Performance (Dog Sports)
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Welsh Corgi There are two different types of Corgi, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. The difference most notably comes from the presence of the tail in the case of the Cardigan.  Pembroke have a natural bobtail or can have their tails docked. A good way to remember which is which - Tail broke, Pembroke. Country of Origin: Wales Bred For: Livestock Herding (droving) by nipping at the heels of the livestock. Life Span: About 12-15 years on average Physical Features: Long backed, with short legs, and upright ears. Colors: Pembroke - Red, sable, fawn, and black & tan with or without white markings. Cardigans - Red, tricolor, brindle, blue merle, and black & white. Coat Type: Double coated breed. The coat is dense with a thick undercoat and a medium length outer coat. Grooming: Low overall, but the breed does shed year round. Height/Weight: Pembroke - Females can range 24-28 lbs. Males range 26-30 lbs. Both are around 10-12 inches at the shoulder.  Cardigan - Females range from 25-34 lbs. Males range form 30-38 lbs. Both can be from 10-12.5 inches at the shoulder. Activity Level: Higher than average energy level. This is a herding/working breed. Obedience training is a must. Corgis are a bright creative bunch. A Corgi with nothing to do can quickly get into mischief. Typical Personality: Smart, sociable, spirited, sensitive, intense, reactive, protective and athletic are some of the breeds traits. Corgis excel in obedience, agility, herding and ball playing. Why Corgis end up in rescue: Corgis can be notorious barkers, may try to herd people and other pets, and chase small animals and cars. Many of the reasons they are turned can be resolved with training. Corgis are a delightful breed for the right family, though they are not appropriate for very young children in most situations.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis with Tails

We had some requests for pictures of Pembrokes with tails.  Here are the dogs we've had in rescue that have kept their tails.

Mimi

Liam

Rugby

Welsh Corgi Performance (Dog Sports) Information and Links Performance Events Explained by the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America Inc. ClickerSolutions - email group for those wanting to learn about clicker training and other positive training techniques

Welsh Corgi Links Breed Clubs Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America Breed Links CorgiAid - Supports PWCs & CWCs in rescue. The Official Corgi-L Homepage (for the email list)

Welsh Corgi Books  For books please see our recommended reading list.

German Shepherd Dogs We have a weakness for German Shepherd Dogs and provide a program to help aid in their rescue.  For more information go to Faery Tails' St. Louis German Shepherd Dog Rescue.

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