Welsh Corgi

Photo: adult dog of Welsh Corgi breed
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Photo: adult dog of Welsh Corgi breed
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The Welsh Corgi dog has a mythical ancestry. Legends state that these gorgeous dogs were used by elves and fairies to work with their cattle, as riding creatures and to pull coaches. In more recent years, the breed has been used as a cattle herder, farm protector and of course, as a loyal companion.

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Life expectancy

The Welsh Corgi has a life expectancy of between 12 and 14 years

Temperament

Size

Medium

Adult size

Female Between 10 and 12 in
Male Between 10 and 12 in

Adult weight

Female Between 20 and 24 lb
Male Between 22 and 26 lb
Coat colour
Black Red Sand
Type of coat
Short
Eye colour
Brown

Purchase price

The Welsh Corgi costs between £870 and £1180

Good to know

There are 2 types of Welsh Corgi – the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh. They look very similar in appearance but because they have been bred from totally different blood lines, are considered as different breeds. The most noticeable difference is the fact that the Pembroke Corgi has no tail. The Pembrokes tend to have pointed ears while the Cardigan Corgi’s ears are a rounded shape.

The Welsh Corgi is certainly a Royal dog. During her lifetime, Queen Elizabeth II owned more than 30 Corgis. Her very first Corgi was gifted to her by her father in 1933. He was given the name of Dookie, and both Princess Elizabeth, as she was at the time, and her sister, Princess Margaret, fell in love with the little dog. On her 18th birthday, the Queen received another Welsh Corgi as a gift, who she named Susan. Her love of the breed continues to this day.

More details about the Welsh Corgi

Welsh Corgi: Origins and history

Dating back many centuries to 920 AD, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is thought to have been introduced into Wales by Flemish Weavers. They utilised these small dogs to drive their cattle herds to market. The Corgis did this by nipping at the heels of the cattle. 
In 1928, the UK Kennel Club recognised both the Cardigan and the Pembroke Corgis as one breed. However, some 6 years later, the two breeds were recognised separately. Both breeds are declining in popularity in the UK, and have been placed on the Kennel Club’s list of vulnerable native breeds.

FCI classification of the Welsh Corgi

  • Group 1 - Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs)

  • Section 1 : Sheepdogs

Welsh Corgi: Varieties

  • Welsh Corgi Cardigan
  • Welsh Corgi Pembroke

Training a Welsh Corgi

The Welsh Corgi is very responsive to most training methods and he is willing and eager to learn new skills. Although quite a sensitive dog, he is a quick learner and will respond well when tasked with obedience skills.

Welsh Corgi: Purchase price

As the Welsh Corgi breed is quite rare, expect to pay an average price of £1,180 for KC Registered Welsh Corgi and around £870 for a Non-KC Registered pup. When buying a pup from this breed, you actually commit to a 12 to 15 year care plan too.

In addition to the purchase cost, there are various other expenses to take into consideration. These costs include, but are not limited to – the dog’s food, veterinary costs, vaccinations, annual boosters and pet insurance cover. He may be a small dog, but he can be quite expensive to own. Expect to spend between £40 to £60 each month, after you have paid for him in the first place.

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