A Brief History of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi:
The Welsh Corgis are an old herding breed believed to date back to the 12th century or earlier. Corgis, both the Pembroke and Cardigan were recognized as purebred dogs in the United Kingdon in the 1920s. In 1934, the breeds were recognized as separate and distinct breeds by the Kennel Club (England) as well as the American Kennel Club.
The Pembroke breed is from the Spitz group with relatives that include the Swedish Vallhund, the Norwegian Buhund, the old-type Pomeranian and the Schipperke.
In the U.K., Corgis were used as guardians of the farmyards as well as protecting and herding the poultry flocks. Corgis also excelled at working in teams to drive large flocks of geese to market. Today, Corgis have retained their herding abilities and are still used to manage all types of livestock, from chickens to cattle to pigs. Corgis have also been used as gun dogs for both feather and fur and are also very efficient ratters.
Legend has it that the Corgi is an "enchanted" dog, used by fairies and elves of Wales to pull coaches, work fairy cattle, and serve as steed to fairy warriors.
Further Information on the History of the Breed:
Breed Profile:
In comparison to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, the Pembroke has a stockier appearance with a shorter body; legs that are straighter; is lighter boned; and has a coat of a finer texture. The most obvious differences between the two are in the ears and tail — The Pembroke's ears are pointed at the tip while the Cardigan's are rounded. The Cardigan has a long tail while the Pembroke is born tailless or the tail is short.
He is an affectionate and charming house pet, alert, intelligent and vigilant. As a member of the herding dogs, the Corgi is an active breed that needs regular outdoor exercise. Aside from being a great family companion, the Corgi excels at many activities including: conformation, obedience, herding, tracking, and agility. For additional information on the many sports and activities you can get involved in with your Corgi, see the Clubs, Sports & Activities section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website.
The Pembroke's outer coat is thick, coarse and of medium length and he has a short, weather-resistant undercoat. His colours can be red, sable, fawn, black and tan, or he may also have white markings on the legs, chest and neck.
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Health Issues:
Corgis are generally a healthy breed. Some incidence of Hip Dysplasia, Spinal Disc Problems, Autoimmune diseases, and Cataracts have been seen in the breed.
If you are considering the adoption of a Welsh Corgi puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy's parents have all health clearances. Breeding of any dog should not be done until after they have been proven to be free of evidence of significant hereditary diseases. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the main Breed Listing and Breeders page.)
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Breed Standards:
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AKC PEMBROKE WELSH CORGI VIDEO
26 Min.Video Edition, Published by the AKC
Discussion of the breed standard: good structure and movement, acceptable colors, correct head, size. Developed for breeders, exhibitors and judges.
— Available from Dogwise.com
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Grooming Information:
- Grooming — This section of Canada's Guide to Dogs includes tips, articles and information covering all aspects of dog grooming along with a listing of Groomers from across Canada.
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Training Resources:
- Training — For information on training your Corgi, see this growing section of Canada's Guide to Dogs for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.
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Additional Information:
- Herding Dogs — A new section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website which includes training and general information about Herding/Stock Dogs; listing of Stock Dog Clubs and Associations; listing of upcoming shows and events; and more.
- Clubs, Sports & Activities — This section of Canada's Guide to Dogs includes information on several dog sports and activities as well as listings of non-breed specific clubs from across Canada. (Note: For breed specific clubs, see the Breed Clubs section.)
- Working Dogs — Dedicated to the working dog. This section includes tributes, information on various dog jobs, and listings of organizations from across Canada.
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