Cardigan Welsh Corgi
adult Cardigan Welsh Corgi
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group: herding |
height: 10.5-12.5"
/ 26.67-31.75 cm
weight: m 30-38 lbs, /
13.6-17.23 kg, f 25-34 lbs / 11.33-15.42 kg |
types: |
Cardigan and Pembroke.
Cardigan - larger, ears farther apart, set on an angle and
more rounded at tip, forearms slightly curved, feet more
turned out than Pembroke. Pembroke has no tail. |
colors: |
all
shades of red, sable, brindle, black with or without tan
points, blue merle (marble black and tan) with or without
tan points, flashings of white |
physical traits: |
small, close to the ground,
elongate, strong, hearty, rugged, sturdy, powerful, tough,
fast, has endurance, active, |
hair type: |
medium length double coat.
waterproof, thick, hard, smooth, harsh protective topcoat;
soft, insulating undercoat |
personality/
temperament: |
intelligent, eager-to-learn,
even-tempered, hardy, tireless, loyal, affectionate, adaptable,
willing, happy, obedient, confident, friendly, alert, lively,
tough, fearless. some may nip at heels |
maintenance/
special needs: |
exercise, some may not
be good with other pets, sheds alot, wary with strangers,
requires patience to train, susceptible to intestinal chills,
overweight |
nickname: |
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origination: |
Welsh countryside, Wales |
bred for: |
herding, driving livestock
by nipping at their heels |
identifying traits: |
long back, short legs,
erect ears |
ideal for: |
family, elderly, handicapped
one-person companionship, driving livestock, city or country
life, watchdog |
good with kids? |
yes, if socialized early
- some may have tendency to nip or be intolerant to teasing |
life expectancy: |
12-14 yrs |
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of interest: |
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health concerns: |
eye: progressive retinal atrophy, retinal dysplasia |
kennel
clubs: |
fci- (sheepdog group), akc,
uk (pastoral group), ukc, saku, ankc (working dog group),
jkc (sheepdog/cattledog group) |
rescues: |
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