About Corgis

A Few Things About Corgis to Consider about the Breed

Here are Four Important Traits in the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed to carefully consider if you've never had a Corgi before and are trying to decide if they are the best breed for your family! We love this breed and all that comes with them - with their personalities, versatility and intelligence they're hard not to fall in love with - however, they have some traits that may not fit with some families/households. We are highlighting everything we can about the breed to best educate and inform anyone seeking information to make the best decision possible - we don't want any of our puppy families to be surprised by, or unprepared for, any traits that may not be what they're hoping for.

SHEDDING

Corgis have a double coat and they shed, A LOT! If you arent willing to deal with a lot of hair, they may not be the breed for you.

ENERGY/REQUIRED ACTIVITY

Corgis do well in many environments including living in apartments. They do, however, need activities for exercise and to mentally stimulate their busy minds. Going for walks, play days, playing fetch, learning tricks, doing agility or obedience classes or even herd work are all great activities for Corgis.

BARKING/"TALKING"

Corgis can be very vocal dogs - they typically like to bark when they play, will frequently “talk” by “woozling” responses or will bark when they see someone or something near their home.

HERDING

Corgis are part of the Herding Dog Group - if you have other animals or small children, Corgis may instinctually want to Herd them or potentially nip at their heels. There are many Corgis out there that do great with children and other animals, but the instinct to herd is in their nature.

Pembroke Welsh Corgis: About the Breed

Information Posted below is directly from the AKC.org website on their Meet the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Page
For More Information, Please Visit Resource: http://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/pembroke-welsh-corgi/detail/

meet the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Low-set, strong and sturdily built, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi gives an impression of substance in a small space. He is one of the most agreeable small house dogs, as well as an avid competitor in many dog sports, including conformation, herding and obedience. The Pembroke Corgi is a separate breed from the Cardigan Corgi, possessing a shorter body and straighter, lighter boned legs. His ears are pointed at the tip and stand erect, and he has a short tail. The coat can be red, sable, fawn, black and tan with or without white markings

the HISTORY

Although all evidence seems to point to the fact that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a much younger dog than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, it is still true that the Corgi from Pembrokeshire is a breed of considerable antiquity. No breed that traces its origin back to A.D. 1107 can be regarded as an especially new type of dog.
The direct ancestors of the Pembroke were brought across the Channel by the Flemish weavers who had been induced by Henry I of England to take up their abode in Wales. This occurred in 1107, and it stands as a sturdy cornerstone upon which the development of a breed has been built.
While weaving was one of their occupations, these Flemish people were also of an agrarian nature, and they soon had transferred to the southwest corner of Wales, at Haverfordwest, the replicas of the model homes and farms in their native land. The dog fitted into this scheme.
In relation to the Cardigan, the Pembroke is shorter in body; the legs are straighter and lighter boned, while the coat is of finer texture. Two of the most noticeable differences are in the ears and the tail. Cardigan ears are rounded, while the Pembroke's are pointed at the tip and stand erect. The Cardigan has a long tail, and the Pembroke a short one.

In disposition, the Pembroke is more restless, more easily excited. If one could see specimens of the early members of both breeds at the same time, the differences would be very marked. In modern times they have become more similar.
The whole development of the Pembroke evinces a desire on the part of its breeders to produce a lower, stockier dog.
The manner in which the Pembroke and the Cardigan have approached each other in appearance is not merely a matter of chance or of selective breeding. It is known, rather definitely, that the two were crossed before the middle of the 19th century.
The Pembroke is one of the most agreeable of small house dogs. It has an affectionate nature, but does not force its attentions upon those unwilling to accept them. Its intelligence is undoubted, and it is a remarkably alert, ever-vigilant guard of the fireside.

training & TEMPERMENT

Pembrokes are very smart, sensitive dogs who respond well to training and mental challenges. As herding dogs bred to move cattle from one place to another, they are fearless, independent workers. A Pembroke without a job will often assign himself work, like herding children or his fellow dogs. They make excellent watchdogs, with acute senses and a “big dog” bark. Families who can meet the Pembroke’s need for activity and togetherness will never have a more loyal, loving pet.

Information Posted Above is DIRECTLY from the AKC.org website on their Meet the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Page
For More Information, Please Visit Resource: http://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/pembroke-welsh-corgi/detail/