Breed of the Day : Cardigan Welsh Corgi

Cardigan Welsh Corgi


HISTORY :

• Herding breed
• 2 Welsh Corgi breeds - Cardigan & Pembroke
• Cardigans have long tails...Pembroke Corgis do not have a tail

TEMPERAMENT :

• Intelligent
• Obedient
• Loyal
• Loving
• Protective
• Cautious around strangers
• Socialize at young age
• Active
• Good with children...Children MUST show leadership
• Good with non-canine animals
• Communication & Authority are essential - Lack of leadership by owner leads to aggression toward other dogs, biting family's heels as herding instinct, constant barking, and Small Dog Syndrome behavior

PHYSICAL TRAITS :

• Average male weight : 25 - 30 pounds
• Average female weight : 25 - 30 pounds

HEALTH :

• Prone to glaucoma
• Prone to back disorders
• Do not overfeed - Weight gain causes back problems

LIVING CONDITIONS :

• Okay in an apartment with daily exercise
• Calm indoors with daily exercise
• Active indoors without daily exercise

LIFE EXPECTANCY :

• 12 - 15 years

(History, Temperament, Physical Traits, Health, Living Conditions, Life Expectancy source - http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/cardigancorgi.htm)