Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Smart, affectionate herding dogs with distinctive short legs
Height
10-12 inches
Weight
25-30 pounds
Life Span
12-13 years
Breed Group
Herding Group
Characteristics
Temperament
AffectionateSmartAlertTenaciousOutgoing
Good With
FamiliesChildrenOther DogsHerding
Care Needs
exercise
Moderate to High
grooming
Moderate
training
Easy to train
shedding
Heavy
energy Level
High
barking
Frequent
History
Ancient Welsh cattle herding breed, favored by British royalty, especially Queen Elizabeth II.
Health
Common Issues
- Hip Dysplasia
- Eye Problems
- Degenerative Myelopathy
- Von Willebrand's Disease
Recommended Tests
- Hip Evaluation
- Eye Examination
- DM DNA Test
- vWD DNA Test