Welsh Corgi Cardigan: description of the breed

Story

Despite the external decorativeness of the breed, which suggests that it was bred artificially and not so long ago, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a rich history. The first written mentions of them date back to the 10th century. The basis for breeding was the Icelandic dog or the Swedish Vallhund.

The name comes from the Welsh cor gi - "dwarf" and "dog".

The Corgi's homeland is the British Isles, where they were apparently brought by the Celts. Initially, the breed was bred as a herding dog and was highly valued. laws of the Welsh king prescribed compensation for the killing of a corgi in the amount of one ox - this was considered a large sum . At the same time, the cost of any other dog, even a royal one, was much lower.

Interesting fact: according to one legend, fairies gave Welsh Corgis to people - these animals served as mounts. The legend is confirmed by the dog’s miniature size and the specific black saddle-shaped mark on its back.

According to another version, the first corgi puppies were found by children in the forest on a fallen tree and brought home. If you believe this legend, it becomes clear why Welsh Corgis are so good-natured towards children and willingly participate in their games.

By the beginning of the 20th century. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi was bred in only one county, Cardiganshire (hence the prefix to the name “cardigan”), in Wales. However, everything changed in 1926, when the first Welsh Corgi Association appeared. The breed was finally established in 1934, when the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pembroke Welsh Corgi were divided into two separate breeds.

Today, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is considered endangered in England - this is due to the significantly greater popularity of their closest relatives, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. But in other countries - the USA, Australia, Russia and Scandinavian countries, interest in this breed remains, so purchasing a Welsh Corgi Cardigan puppy is not a problem, and the breed as a whole is not in danger.

Welsh Corgi

FCI-Standard No. 38 / 05/12/2010 / GB Country of origin: Great Britain Date of publication of the original standard: 06/24/1987.

Purpose: Shepherd and Companion FCI Classification: Group 1 (Shepherds and Cattle) Section 1 (Shepherds) No herding testing.

GENERAL IMPRESSION: stable, strong, agile, hardy dog. Long in proportion to height. The tail looks like a fox's tail. Set in line with the body.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The length of the muzzle is in proportion to the length of the head 3:5.

BEHAVIOR/TEMPERAMENT: Alert, active and intelligent dog. Calm, not timid and not aggressive.

HEAD: Fox-like in shape and expression.

CRANIAL REGION: Skull: Wide and flat between the ears, tapering towards the eyes, above which it is slightly convex. Stop: moderate.

FACIAL REGION: Nose: Black, slightly tapering and in no way blunt. Muzzle: Tapers moderately towards the nose.

Jaws/Teeth: Teeth are strong with a scissor bite, with the upper incisors overlapping the lower incisors without gap, the teeth set perpendicular to the jaw. The lower jaw is clearly defined. Strong, but not overpowering.

Eyes: medium in size, clear, with a friendly, lively but alert expression, set quite far apart with clearly defined corners of the eyes. Mostly dark or in a color that harmonizes with the coat color. Eyelids are dark. Pale blue, blue and merle eyes (one or both) are allowed exclusively in the blue merle color.

Ears: erect, relatively large in relation to the height of the dog. Slightly rounded at the top, moderately wide at the base and spaced about 8 cm (3.5 in) apart. They are carried so that the tops are just outside the imaginary line from the nose through the middle of the eyes.

NECK: Muscular, well developed, built in proportion to the dog, connected to well sloping shoulders.

BODY: Quite long and strong. Topline: level. Lumbar: The waist is clearly defined.

Chest: Moderately broad with pronounced sternum. The chest bone is deep. Ribs are well sprung.

TAIL: similar to that of a fox, set in line with the body, relatively long (touching or almost touching the ground). When standing it is kept low; when moving it can be carried easily elevated above the body, but not rolled over the back.

LIMBS: Strong bones. The legs are short, but the body is at a sufficient distance from the ground.

FORE LIMBS

Shoulders: Well sloping and forming an angle of approximately 90 degrees with the shoulders, muscular.

Elbows: Close to the chest

Forearms: Slightly curved to match the arch of the chest.

Forelegs: Round, closed, fairly large with well padded pads. Slightly turned outward.

HINDQUARTERS: Strong, well angulated and set, with muscular thighs and shins; strong bone right down to the paws. The legs are short.

Metatarsus: Set vertically when viewed from the side and rear.

Hind feet: Round, closed, fairly large with well padded feet.

GAIT/MOVEMENT: Free and active. The elbows fit snugly to the sides of the body, but are not loose, but not too tight either. The forelegs are thrown forward well, but without excessive lifting, in balance with the drive of the hindquarters.

Coat: short or medium length, hard texture. Resistant to any weather, with good undercoat. Mostly straight.

COLOR: Any with or without white markings, but white should not predominate.

SIZE AND WEIGHT: Ideal height at withers: 30 cm. Weight is proportional to height, with a proportionate overall appearance being of paramount importance.

FAULTS: Any deviation from the foregoing points must be considered a fault and the assessment of the fault must be in exact proportion to the extent of the deviation and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog and the dog's ability to perform its traditional purpose.

DISQUALIFYING FAULTS:

• Aggressive or too timid dog.

• Any dog ​​clearly showing physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified.

Note: Males must have two apparently normal testes fully descended into the scrotum.

The standard is taken from the official FCI website www.fci.be

Description of the breed

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is very beautiful and powerful - this is exactly the first impression they make. The breed has a noble head shape, large erect ears, short legs and a specific, very pleasant expression of the muzzle - it seems that the animal is smiling all the time.

Colors

The color of the Welsh Corgi Cardigan can be varied:

• redhead,
• piebald,
• fawn,
• sable,
• red and white,
• tricolor.

The most common cardigans are tiger (brindle) and blue merle (blue merle) , and the rarest are black . There are no only white corgis.

brindle

Marble

Important : Corgis have blue eyes that look very beautiful, but according to breed standards, this color is only allowed for animals with the blue merle color. For other colors, hazel eyes are typical.

Standard

• the head of the Cardigan Corgi is shaped like a fox and a shepherd dog, the skull is wide and flat above the ears, and narrows toward the eye area;
• muzzle – narrowed, but not sharp, nose – black;
• eyes - tonsils, in harmony with the color of the coat;
• bite – full, scissor bite;
• The ears are large, erect, and slightly rounded at the tips compared to the size of the dog;
• the neck is strong and muscular, proportional to the size of the body;
• the body is long and powerful, the chest area is deep, the chest is moderately wide, the croup is sloping;
• The coat is short or medium-long, hard, but silky to the touch, with a thick undercoat. Shines and perfectly protects from moisture;
• The paws are strong, straight, short. The front ones are slightly turned outward;
• the tail also resembles a fox's, of medium length. At rest it hangs freely almost to the ground; when excited it can rise slightly above the top line.

Dimensions

The British have a joke about the corgi: “a dog a yard long.” Indeed, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is very compact, their ideal height at the withers is 30 cm, the length varies from 90 to 110 cm. The ratio of the length of the back to the height of the animal is important - it should be 3:2.

Height is in the range of 27-32 cm, weight for females - 11-15 kg, for males - 13-17 kg, occasionally - 20.

Weight by month:

Howl and bark

Good news for those who want to have a corgi: this breed is not inclined to bark over trifles , and it will also not hold “concerts” in an empty apartment while waiting for its owner. Most often, the animal makes a voice when greeting the owner or his guests. Because they are sensitive to the mood swings of others, corgis may bark if they feel something is wrong in the family.

A dog will also bark at a stranger who, in its opinion, is dangerous.

The breed is also characterized by the so-called “ cake songs ” - a howl with modulations, which many find funny. It is performed as a greeting.

In any case, Corgis are easy to train. Therefore, an overly noisy animal is either an anomaly or a consequence of lack of training.

17 reasons why a dog howls and instructions on how to stop it

Standard Pembroke and Cardigan

According to the generally accepted world standard, the color of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi can have many basic shades of red, brick red, red wheaten, as well as elegant sable and fawn colors or classic black with white markings.

According to the standard, the Cardigan Corgi has more colors than its small brother Pembroke. The cardigan can have any color allowed for the Pembroke, as well as rare coat colors: brindle, harlequin and blue merle.

The most popular coat colors for the Corgi breed are red and white and tri-color, where white should never be the main color.

The red-white coat color ranges from pale red to bright red. The coat has reddish shades with snow-white spots.

Corgis with a tri-color color are black, red and white. The black shade is located throughout the body with reddish markings and white.

Incredibly, the color of a dog's fur affects its character in the future.

Despite the huge variation in colors, Beagles are allowed to have a certain number of colors. These include black, white, red, brown and all their shades. The arrangement of tones is not regulated by canine associations. Read here: Beagle colors.

The Pembroke Corgi cannot be brindle, blue merle or merle.

Small puppies can be two-colored, but with age their colors can change to tricolor, but for this both parents must be tricolored.

Differences from Pembroke

For a long time, these breeds competed with each other at exhibitions, but today they are often confused. Meanwhile, their differences (as well as similarities) are clearly expressed:

1. Story . They were brought not by the Celts, but by Flemish weavers.
2. Size . Cardigans are larger and wider in the bones, their body and head are larger. The weight of Pembrokes does not exceed 14 kg.
3. Ears . Cardigans have much more rounded tips.
4. Color . Unlike Cardigans, who have many coat color options, Pembrokes have a strictly regulated coat color: red, sable or black.
5. Tail . Among the Pembrokes, it was previously stopped without fail. Today, not everyone adheres to this tradition, but bobtail is still common. But cardigans have a tail that is always long, fluffy and very beautiful. Before docking was abolished, it was easiest to distinguish them “by the loin part.”
6. Character . Pembrokes are considered more friendly and sociable. Cardigans are also affectionate with their owners, but behave reservedly around strangers. Loneliness is easier to bear.
7. Because of their different ancestors, Cardigans and Pembrokes have different genetic conditions and disease susceptibilities . For cardigans, this list is a little smaller.

The most smiling dogs in the world: Pembroke Welsh Corgi

The breeds are similar, first of all, in size, affection, and charming appearance, reminiscent of both a dog and a fox. Both Cardigans and Pembrokes are highly trainable, love new tricks and pick them up literally on the fly. Both varieties are suitable for inexperienced dog owners .

Welsh Corgi Pembroke

Maria Sotskaya Photo by A. Utekhina, O. Shilova

From the standard: Cardigan Welsh Corgi – color: any solid color with or without white markings. In this case, white color should not predominate. Pembroke Welsh Corgi - colors: red, sable, fawn (fawn), black and tan - with or without white spots, tri-color. White color is allowed on the limbs, chest, and neck.

The main color alleles of the Welsh Corgi: a y - determines the development of different types of red color, widespread in both breeds; and sa – determines the development of the black-and-white color, the color-forming gene in dogs of the black-and-white and tricolor colors; and t – is responsible for the formation of the tan color, noted in dogs of black and tan and tricolor color, in a modified form it can cause the rare black color; B – determines the development of black color, present in corgis of any color; b – causes the development of brown color; it is extremely rare in the gene pool of the breed group; C – determines the development of full color, present in all representatives of the breed; c – determines the development of white color, is absent in the gene pool of the breed group; D – determines the development of color of normal intensity, present in all representatives of the breed; d – causes the development of a weakened color, is absent in the gene pool of the breed group; E m – causes the formation of a dark mask, found in some representatives of the breed; E – allows the black pigment to spread throughout the dog’s entire body, present in dogs of most colors; e – determines one of the types of red color; K – determines the development of a dominant solid color; the question of its presence in the Welsh Corgi is unclear; k br – determines the formation of the brindle color, present in dogs of the Welsh Corgi-Cardigan breed; k – allows the development of red and tricolor colors; M – present in merle-colored dogs; m – present in all representatives of the breed of non-marbled color; S – absent from the gene pool of the breed group; s – present in all representatives of the breed.

Despite such a broad interpretation of the color standard, not all possible colors are actually common in these breeds. In particular, the standard strictly stipulates only a black nose and dark eye color, which definitely indicates the absence of brown eumelanin alleles and color weakening alleles in the breed. The limits of distribution of white color, etc. are also quite strictly specified.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi differ somewhat in their color spectrum.

Welsh Corgi-Pembroke Various variants of red: red, sable, fawn. Tri-color - black and tan or black with white markings. Dogs of all colors have white markings on the limbs, chest, neck, as well as a characteristic pattern on the face. Occasionally, red dogs are observed that have virtually no white spots.

Welsh Corgi Cardigan Various options for red: red, sable, fawn. Tri-color - black and tan or black with white markings. Tiger, marble. Dogs of all colors have white markings on the limbs, chest, neck, as well as a characteristic pattern on the face.

Very rarely, black-and-white and brown dogs are seen.

Let's take a closer look at the genetic basis of individual colors.

Red Color Both Welsh Corgi breeds have a wide variety of shapes and shades of red colors. These are different variants of the sable color, called differently. With sable coloring, the length of the dark ends of the hair can vary noticeably. In some cases they are practically invisible, while in others they take up a significant part of the hair. The length of the dark end of the hair is significantly influenced by shading polygenes. a in a sa can also be shaded to a large extent .

There is also a red color, due to the action of its . Thus, the color-forming genes for the red colors of Welsh Corgis can be the combinations a y a y e- or a y a ee .

Genetic formulas for red colors: a for B - C-D-e-kkmmss – red-sable; and a sa B -С-D-е-kkmmss is red-sable with significant shading on the back; and at and at B -C-D-eekkmmss – uniform red, etc.

The intensity and shades of red colors depend on the presence of a number of polygenic factors. Sometimes sable-marbled and red-brown Welsh Corgi-Cardigans with sparse and thin stripes can also look almost red.

Black, tan, tricolor colors Black and tan dogs are widespread in the breed group. Their color-forming alleles: a t a t B - or a sa a sa B - .

When combined with white spotting, these colors form a tricolor pattern. Since all Welsh Corgis have white markings, these dogs are actually tri-colored.

Genetic formulas for black and tan colors: a t a t B - C-D-er-kkmmss - black and tan with white; a sa a sa B -С-D-е-kkmmss – black-and-black with white.

Brindle color Brindle color is common among the Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed. Its color-forming genes are a y a y k br - .

The genetic formula for the brindle color is: a y a y B -C-D k br -mmss – brindle.

Merle color The merle color of dogs of the Welsh Corgi-Cardigan breed is initiated by the dominant M , otherwise called the “Merle factor”. Depending on the base color, there are several types of merle color.

Gray merle color (blue-merle) In black and tan or black and saddle dogs with the genotype a t a t Mm or a sa a sa Mm , the saddle is gray, and black spots of irregular shape and different sizes are scattered throughout it. The size and location of the spots are controlled by modifier genes.

Genetic formulas for gray merle color: a t a t B -C-D-kkMmss ; a sa a sa B -C-D-kkMmss .

White-merle color: Occasionally, MM have an almost white color with rare gray spots. Such dogs have serious abnormalities of the sensory organs. This could be deafness, microphthalmia or a complete absence of eyes, etc. However, more often puppies with this genotype die before birth.

Marble color can also be formed against a sable background ( a y a y ). Such dogs usually do not have such a pronounced pattern as gray merles. This pattern is especially poorly visible in heavily shaded sable dogs that are heterozygous for the a t or a sa . Sometimes it is clearly visible in puppies, but with age it practically disappears. For this reason, it can be difficult to identify tan merles in adult dogs.

The genetic formula for the white merle color is: a for a for B -C-D- kkMm .

Marble-colored dogs often have different or partially colored eyes, called “magpie eyes” or “white eyes.” This eye color is determined by special genes that are not directly related to color genes.

White spotting Just like all dogs, the presence of white markings in Welsh Corgis is determined by the presence of recessive ss . The extent and pattern of white spots depends on specific modifier genes. Almost all dogs of these breeds have larger or smaller spots. The possible location of white marks is provided for in the standard. However, it states that white should not predominate in color.

Rare colors of Welsh Corgis Rare colors of Welsh Corgi-Cardigans include black and white and brown. The question of what black and white dogs are is not entirely clear. Most likely, these are black and tan dogs, the tan of which is almost camouflaged by white markings.

Genetic formula for black and white color: a t a t B -C-D-kkMmss .

bb genes, are also extremely rare . Obviously, since a black nose is a prerequisite for the Welsh Corgi standard, this color cannot be classified as acceptable.

Features of the breed: possible diseases

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a fairly healthy breed, and the list of possible diseases is not so long:

• vision problems: retinal dysplasia and atrophy, entropion, glaucoma, lens displacement, persistent pupillary membrane;
• immune deficiency . There is practically no protection against this disease - even vaccinated puppies usually die very early;
• immunoglobulin G deficiency;
• Cystinuria – leads to the formation of stones in the bladder and kidneys. Requires the use of drugs - D-penicillamine, and in severe situations - surgical intervention;
• complications during childbirth due to the structure - childbirth, especially the first one, should take place under the supervision of a veterinarian;
• back diseases - begin with excess weight, which puts pressure on the back. With proper nutrition, this problem does not arise;
• anomalies of intervertebral discs . Can lead to displacement or rupture. To find out whether a particular individual has such a problem, it is worth x-raying the puppy. If an abnormality is detected, it is important to monitor the puppy's activity.

Genetically healthy corgis remain active and cheerful into old age.

Constitution of this dog breed

The body is moderately stretched. The length of the dog from the tip of the muzzle to the tip of the tail varies in the region of 90-109 cm, while one of the important proportions of the dog’s body is the ratio of the length of the back (from the withers to the base of the tail) to the height of the dog - they should be in a ratio of 3:2

Constitution of the Welsh Corgi Cardigan

The moderately wide skull, being flat between the ears, tapers near the eyes. Characterized by a slightly convex forehead with a weakly expressed (or not expressed at all) occipital protuberance.

And again the proportions: the length of the muzzle is approximately 0.8 of the length of the skull. The muzzle is straight, and its upper line is parallel to the line of the skull.

The ears of these dogs can safely be called large relative to the proportions of the entire body and head, and are set in the back of the head. They are characterized by a “standing” position, they taper slightly at the base and slightly rounded at the top.

Where is the best place to buy a puppy: the most famous nurseries

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not a “fashionable” breed, which partly protects those wishing to purchase a puppy from unscrupulous breeders, and the babies from genetic diseases. However, it’s still not worth purchasing a cardigan “from hand” at the poultry market. The most famous nurseries in Russia are:

1. " Andevol ", Kursk. The nursery has a website: https://www.andvol.ru, where you can look at the puppies, choose the one you like, or sign up in line for the baby. Corgis from this kennel have repeatedly won prizes at exhibitions - both in Russia and abroad.
2. " Vision Style ", Moscow. Website: https://www.corgy.ru. The kennel has been operating since 2009, the dogs from it consistently become prize-winners at exhibitions in Russia, Hungary, and Belarus.
3. “ From the House of Hungre ”, Moscow. Website: https://corgi-iz-doma-vengre.com. The dogs are champions of Russia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Lithuania, and Romania. Prize-winners of the Smiling Corgi competitions.
4. " Highlight-s ", Serpukhov, Moscow region. Website: https://www/pastoralia.ru.

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Price: how much does it cost in rubles?

The cost of a puppy is primarily influenced by pedigree and compliance with breed standards. Also, the price varies depending on the popularity of the breeders or nursery and the region of sale - in large cities it will be higher.

The cost of a Welsh Corgi Cardigan puppy can reach up to 75,000 rubles. If the puppy has all the documents, buy it for less than 35 thousand rubles. will not work.

If you take a dog as a companion, without documents, then you can invest 10-20 thousand rubles.

“Can’t you be quieter?”

Puppy cost

Average prices in Russia for Welsh Corgi Cardigans vary depending on the region, pedigree and degree of compliance with standards. The highest rates are observed in large Moscow nurseries.

It should be noted that pet class puppies are suitable exclusively for home keeping for about 45 thousand rubles. If breeding is planned, then pay attention to the type of breed, which costs 5500-7000. For future exhibition champions with show prospects, prices increase significantly, reaching 150,000.

Owner reviews

Before buying a puppy, it is worth learning about all its advantages and disadvantages. Here are reviews from those who already have a Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

Positive

Olenka : A lot has been written about shortcakes, and almost everything is positive and enthusiastic. And rightly so! They deserve it! We have a girl living with us, she is now 11 months old. The dog is very tactilely pleasant, incredibly positive, and lifts your spirits even when things are not going well. The cuteness is off the charts) Sometimes he does all sorts of outrages, of course, but then he makes such a sweet little face that it’s impossible to scold him!

Vitaly : My best friend. Lex is our entire family's favorite dog. We have two children, they played with the puppy, now he has grown up and plays with them. There have never been any problems, the main thing is to understand that this is an animal and it requires attention.

Zhanna : I have a corgi - Peach. This is a sea of ​​positivity. Such a toy. I took him from the nursery at 3 months, and have been inseparable since then. There are no disappointments with this cute creature, I love the prankster!

Negative

Sergey : The corgi cardigan has been living in our house for three years now; we bought it as a gift for our daughter. The dog is beautiful, no doubt. But the intelligence that is indicated in the description of the breed is not there. When I read the canine descriptions before purchasing, it was written everywhere that the norm for a corgi is to learn commands the second time. No. She knows most of the common commands, but, for example, she still cannot learn the difference between “give” and “put down” when she brings the ball. Although he understands the “bring” command itself. Plus stubborn. So there will be difficulties with training.

Natalya Petrovna : My daughter got a corgi, Fenechka. At first everything was fine, but my daughter went to university, but the corgi stayed and I suffered a lot with her! The animal is very stubborn - it does not follow commands demonstratively, out of spite! She gnawed all the blankets in the house that she could reach, gnawed the wallpaper, and even managed to gnaw concrete! To turn her somewhere during a walk, if she doesn’t want to go there, you can only drag her and the third time. If she decides that she needs something, she will bark, whine, jump and demand her way in any way. I read that these are characteristics of the breed, and not mine that is so unique. So I would think ten times before buying.

Basic standard colors of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Let us dwell in more detail on each of the options for both colors in accordance with the presented schemes and consider each of them in detail.

The color is so named because in this color the Pembroke's head is completely black, including the ears. Black-headed Pembrokes have a very small amount of red, and look almost black and white. This color is a big claim and a strong claim to exclusivity, and such a dog must be as flawless as possible!

Because the black-headed tricolor looks almost black. The black color of a dog reveals any, even the most insignificant, errors in anatomy - the black color exaggerates! If the dog is good, the overall black background of its color will emphasize this. If the dog is even slightly inferior in general constitution, features, movement or size, then the black dog will treacherously betray any deviation, even the most insignificant, and even turn it into a disadvantage. Plus, black is known to make you look slimmer and visually smaller. Therefore, a black-headed dog (which is actually a black and tan dog, but with white markings) must have not only correct anatomy, but also excellent bone structure.

Deep tricolor (three-color standard color)

This color can be called the “golden mean” and for me personally the most pleasing to the eye. There is everything here in moderation - both black and red. The head with this color is red, but may have a darker “cap” between the ears. This color, in my opinion, is one of the most expressive in our breed!

Tricolor (tricolor) puppies are born almost black and lighten very much as they grow Red-headed tricolor (tricolor standard color) in general, with this color we simply have a smaller area of ​​the saddle (that is, less black color), very often - only dark " saddle" and quite often - a pale, almost yellow, tan color. Red and white standard color with a “collar”, in fact, just
a red and white color! However, I have more than once come across the opinion that experts say that a dog is so elegantly colored. This is not true. Pembrokes are allowed white markings of any size, provided that they are located on the muzzle, head (ears must be on a red background, white markings on the ears are not allowed!), on the neck to the shoulder blades and on the paws. White markings are not allowed only on the body (back and sides) of the Pembroke.

The red-and-white standard “solid” color can have very different shades and different saturations of the red tone, from light fawn to a very rich red, almost red tone.

Also, in rare cases, red and white dogs may have a black “mask” on their face. The red-and-white color with a black “mask” is very much an acquired taste and I personally think that it makes the Pembroke visually look much more serious than it actually is. In order for the black “mask” to appear and remain in the future in the offspring, the genotype of the parents, or at least one of them, must contain the Ma gene, that is, the allele that is responsible for painting the muzzle black. 95% of the Pembroke population does not have the black mask gene, so “mask” puppies do not appear often. If you like the “mask” and want such a puppy, look to see if the parents have one. If you don’t like it, the advice is the same - look at your parents. Sometimes a dark coating on the face is found in small puppies, but if the parents do not have a black “mask”, then the puppy will not have it either - the face will change color with age.

The sable and white standard color is a very beautiful variation of the red and white standard Pembroke color. To be precise, the opposite is true: all red and white Pembrokes are genetically sable. But now I mean the optical sable color (that is, the color that we can see with our eyes). With this color, the overall tone of the red can also be from light fawn to red, copper-red, chestnut, but on the dog’s body there are visible blackening on the back, neck and sometimes on the head and ears.

It is quite difficult to predict the sable color in small puppies.

Usually "sable" blackening appears at the age of three months, starting on the collar, head and ears, and never on the tail or back. Non-standard colors of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Non-standard Pembroke colors are colors that are not described in the Breed Standard. For example, Pembrokes of blue-merle and brindle colors are not purebred and most likely they are Pembroke + Cardigan mixes. There are also non-standard colors in purebred Pembrokes, which are outside the standard and are defective. For example, completely or partially white body color, blue eyes (one or both), completely or partially white head, white ear (one or both), spotting and individual white spots on the body are colors unacceptable by the standard. The Pembroke's eyes must be completely on a colored background - white coloring around the eyes is not allowed. Since the Pembroke genotype contains a color weakening gene, litters sometimes produce puppies with weakened pigmentation (dilute). The birth of dilute puppies can easily be avoided if the producers have a genetic test for weakening of color. Examples of non-standard colors of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi

In conclusion, I want to say a few more words

In a conversation with an experienced breeder who has spent many years studying and improving the breed, you will never hear that he prefers one color or another. When asked what color puppy is best to buy, such a breeder will most likely answer you that you need to buy a good puppy of a standard color. If possible, the best for today. And what color it will be is not at all important if the color is standard. There is no doubt that both standard colors are necessary for breeding. And distortions are not allowed here. Rich and bright color cannot be preserved without the presence of beautiful, bright tricolor dogs in the breeding. By succumbing to fashion or demand, breeders can lose much more!

This is worth thinking about for those who think that they are in the breed for a long time.

Good luck!

Characteristics: pros and cons

1. The animal's character is almost ideal: corgis are balanced, vigilant, not aggressive, but not timid either. Among the disadvantages, one can note a tendency to stubbornness - this dog will not be able to give orders, it will have to be persuaded to do one way or another.
2. There is a positive side to this: the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is extremely smart - they are in 11th place in the ranking of smart dogs. And, although obedience is not their strong point, if they manage to find a common language with an animal, it is difficult to imagine a more loyal friend.
3. The dog is perfect as a companion : it is very attached to the owner, is able to feel his emotional background, understands when it is possible to run and frolic, and when it is better to leave the owner alone. Incredibly active, enjoys walking and learning new tricks.
4. There is also a drawback to extreme devotion: the corgi has a very hard time withstanding separation from its owner and loneliness .
5. He does not show jealousy towards other family members; he accepts the family either as his flock or as a herd that he shepherds.
6. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi loves children than the Pembroke. Rather, he treats them with some caution. But, if the kids do not show cruelty towards him, the cardigan will soon fall in love with them and join in the games. The dog is not recommended for families with a large number of children and with children under 6 years old.
7. It will not be easy to build a harmonious relationship with a cat - a cardigan is able to make friends with a furry pet, but only if the primacy remains with the corgi.
8. As a herding dog, the Corgi has a nasty habit of biting legs , just as he did with unruly cows. This defect can be eliminated with the help of proper education and building a hierarchy in which the owner is at the very top.

Shedding

Cardigan Welsh Corgis shed , but they are quite clean and their coat is easy to comb. The corgi doesn't smell like a dog . Shedding periods occur twice a year, in spring and summer. At this time, a huge amount of hair falls from the cardigan, and it is advisable to comb it every day.

Estrus and mating

The bitch reaches puberty at six months, which is when the first heat occurs. About a week before this, the animal will begin to worry, perhaps falling into melancholy. It is too early to breed a bitch at this time.

Puberty in the Cardigan Welsh Corgi occurs: in females during the second heat, in males - at the age of 15 months.

These animals are quite freedom-loving, so mating should take place in conditions as close as possible to natural ones. Nothing will happen in front of the owners. Mating is not always successful the first time, but if it is successful, puppies will appear in 2.5 months.

Advantages and disadvantages

Having studied the features of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, we can highlight its main advantages:

• small sizes, which are ideal for keeping animals in apartments;
• fast learner;
• fairly good health;
• ability to easily adapt to living conditions;
• friendly character, unobtrusive behavior.

Among the possible disadvantages, the following qualities are noted:

• significant hair loss during shedding;
• tendency to obesity;
• loud barking;
• the ability, during walks, to get into fights with dogs that are significantly larger than them in size, when displaying aggressive behavior.

Conditions of detention

Where is it better to live: in an apartment or a house?

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi adapts well to different living conditions; he can live both in a private house and in a city apartment, where he does not take up much space. However, in the latter case, he will need frequent and long (at least 2 hours a day) walks. Also, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi needs a lot of play.

If there is no opportunity and time for this, it is better to get a dog in a private house - there, at least, the dog will be able to run around on the property. The breed is not prone to wrecking and digging.

How should you walk?

The best option would be to walk 2 times a day for 1 hour, morning and evening . When walking, the corgi is not inclined to break off the leash, making it suitable for older people.

For this breed, interaction with the owner is more important . Therefore, it is extremely important to fully play with your pet while walking - at least three times a week. At this time, you can repeat commands and learn new ones, play with toys or just move, but be sure to communicate with the dog.

If possible, it is worth taking the corgi to bodies of water - he is clean, loves water and will be delighted. Swimming is perceived by the cardigan as a new exciting game, and, importantly, allows you to stay in shape.

“I’m keeping an eye on the figure! And you?!"

Welsh Corgi Cardigan

WELSH CORGI CARDIGAN

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is the oldest breed of dog. According to historical research, the ancestors of the modern cardigan were brought to the British Isles by the Celts at the end of the Bronze Age, approximately 3,000 years ago. The first written mention of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi dates back to the 10th century. The Welsh King Howell Dda 920 mentions compensation in the form of an ox for killing a corgi if it was proven that the dog was herding cattle. At the same time, compensation for the killing of any other dog, even one that belonged to the king, was an order of magnitude lower. By the early 20th century, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi was not a common dog breed. Even in the British Isles, they were only bred in the county of Cardiganshire in Wales. This was due to the isolation of this county (it is separated from the rest of England by the chain of the Cambrian Mountains) and the underdevelopment of communications at that time.

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi Association was registered in England in 1926. At that time, both the Cardigan Welsh Corgi and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi were shown in the same rings, which led to confusion and conflict. These breeds were separated by a Cannel Club decree in 1934.

Currently, the Welsh Corgi Cardigan breed is not numerous in the breed's homeland. In 2011, only about 300 puppies were born in England and the breed was declared endangered. This is most likely due to the fact that the Cardigan Welsh Corgi has always been overshadowed by its closest relative, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, since around the mid-20th century. The owner of this dog breed is Queen Elizabeth II of England.

However, Cardigan Welsh Corgis deserve closer attention. This is an underrated breed. Beautiful, stylish, powerful shepherd dogs with short legs, noble heads and large erect ears inspire respect. Hazel or blue eyes in merle dogs show deep intelligence and boundless devotion to their owners. The fluffy tail, like a fox's, conveys the whole gamut of emotions that the cardigan experiences from communicating with a person and the world around him. It’s not for nothing that English owners of Welsh Corgi Cardigans say that this is a special breed of dog, for special people.

Cardigans are intelligent and intelligent dogs that never express aggression towards people. In terms of psychotype, they are mostly sanguine, and in terms of intelligence, these dogs are superior to many other breeds. Our dogs communicate with us at a high level, the range of sounds they make when communicating is amazing, and even an inattentive person is not at all difficult to understand what the cardigan wants to tell you. The breed also has a sense of humor; the Cardigan loves to have fun himself and to amuse his owners. At the same time, the cardigan takes the work entrusted to him, be it entering the ring or herding sheep, very seriously and gives his all in performing it.

Nowadays, Cardigan Welsh Corgis rarely herd sheep; they are more often companion dogs. And this is one of the most ideal companions for both city and country living. This is a hardy, healthy, strong dog of not large size. Cardigan weight up to 20 kilograms. The cardigan will not clutter up a small apartment, as large breed dogs do, and at the same time, it will not get lost in a large house, as is often the case with small decorative breeds. The cardigan is also suitable for sporty people, with whom he will be happy to keep company while jogging, and for homebodies, with whom he will lie on the couch. The cardigan is not intrusive and will appear in your field of vision only when you really need it. During a walk, he will not break the leash to play with other dogs; the owner’s attention is more important to him than all other irritants. Therefore, this breed is suitable even for older people.

Currently, more and more people are falling under the spell of the Cardigan, and more and more people are becoming interested in breeding this breed all over the world. In many countries such as the USA, Australia, Denmark, Norway, Finland, and since 2001 Russia, there is a population of cardigans of very high quality. Therefore, the Welsh Corgi Cardigan breed has a great future.

A. Khvatov – Owner of Eizvi Nursery (welshcorgi.ru)

BREED STANDARD FOR WELSH CORGI CARDIGAN FCI No. 38 / GB

WELSH CORGI CARDIGAN

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UK.

PUBLICATION DATE OF THE ORIGINAL VALID STANDARD: 06/24/1987.

USE: Sheepdog.

FCI CLASSIFICATION: Group 1 Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs).

Section 1 Shepherds.

No operational tests.

General form

A strong, strong, mobile, hardy dog. The format is stretched, the tail is similar to a fox, set in accordance with the body.

Peculiarities

Alert, active and intelligent dog.

Character

Alert, intelligent, balanced, not fearful or aggressive.

Head and Skull

The head is fox-like in shape and appearance, the skull is wide and flat between the ears, tapering towards the eyes, slightly convex above them. The transition from forehead to muzzle (stop) is moderate. The length of the muzzle in proportion to the skull is 3 to 5, the muzzle moderately tapers towards the nose, and in projection does not leave a feeling of bluntness. The lower jaw is cleanly defined. Strong, but not convex. Black nose.

Eyes

Medium in size, clear, expressing goodwill, alertness and caution. Quite widely set, with angles clearly defined. Preferably dark, in harmony with the color of the coat, dark rims around the eyes. One or both eyes, light blue, blue or blue spotted, are only acceptable in merles.

Ears

Vertical, quite large in relation to the size of the dog. The tips of the ears are slightly rounded, the ears are moderately wide at the base and spaced about 8 cm (3.5 in) apart. Positioned so that the tips of the ears should be slightly wider than a straight line drawn from the tip of the nose through the center of the eyes, and set so that they can be laid flat on the neck.

Mouth

The teeth are strong, with a scissor bite, that is, the upper incisors closely overlap the lower incisors and are located at right angles to the jaws.

Neck

Muscular, well developed, built in proportion to the dog, connected to well sloping shoulders.

Forelegs

The shoulders are well laid, the angle of the glenohumeral joint is approximately 90 degrees, the forelimbs are muscular, the elbows are pressed to the sides. The bones of the forelimbs are strong along the entire length down to the paws. The legs are short, but the body is located quite high from the ground, the forearms are slightly curved around the chest. The paws are turned slightly outward.

Frame

The chest is moderately wide with a visible breast bone. The body is quite long and strong, with a deep chest bone and well-defined curved ribs. The waist is clearly defined. The topline is straight.

Hind limbs

Strong, well angulated and connected to muscular thighs and shins, bones strong throughout the entire length down to the paws, legs short, when standing, the metatarsals are set vertically when viewed from both the side and rear.

Paws

Arched, balled, fairly large and well filled. All dewclaws (dew claws) should be removed.

Tail

Looks like a fox's tail, set in line with the body and quite long (touching or almost touching the ground). Should be carried low, but can be carried above the topline as the dog moves, never curled.

Gait/Movement

Loose and active, elbows close to the sides, not loose or tied, front legs should have a good reach, without lifting too high, in unison with the drive of the hind legs.

Wool

Short to medium hard texture. Protects from bad weather, with good undercoat. Preferably straight.

Color

Any color, with or without white markings, but white must not predominate.

Dimensions

Height: ideal 30 cm (12 inches) at the withers.

Weight in proportion to height, overall the dog's overall impression of balance should prevail over everything else.

Flaws

Any deviation from the preceding points must be considered a fault and the assessment of the fault must be in exact proportion to the degree of this deviation and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog.

Necessary care

Caring for a Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not burdensome. Enough:

1. brush it with a soft brush 1-2 times a week,
2. bathe 2-3 times a year,
3. Clean your ears time per month
4. Trim nails as they grow.
5. It is important to examine the eyes every day , as they are a weak point in the Corgi.
6. Also, since back diseases are common in this breed, it is worth purchasing a special orthopedic bed.

What to feed?

An important aspect of care is proper and balanced nutrition. There may be problems with this: corgis are big eaters and will beg for food again and again . The owner should be firm, because obesity, which corgis are so prone to, entails a number of health problems.

You need to feed your dog at a strictly defined time. It is important to choose the right bowl and place it on a stand so that the Corgi does not have to bend over and injure his back. Your pet should be weighed regularly. Once every few months, corgis have fasting days with food once a day.

You can choose one of two feeding options:

• Natural food . In this case, you will need to maintain a balance: 50% of the diet is meat (except for chicken, which is contraindicated), the second half comes from cereals - rice and buckwheat, vegetables, fish and offal. It is important to give your corgi vitamin complexes in courses or on an ongoing basis (alternating).
• Dry food. Only premium and holistic foods are suitable. Recommended food includes Dachshund from Eukanuba (Netherlands), a balanced food designed specifically for corgis, and Orijen Adult Dog, a grain-free, complete food.

Features of maintenance and care

Cardigan Welsh Corgis are quite unpretentious. Pets can live both in a country house and in an apartment. However, in the latter case, the animals are provided with long walks.

These dogs should not be kept locked up or chained. Pets will become uncontrollable and vicious.

Grooming

Caring for a Cardigan Welsh Corgi will not cause any special problems. All that is required from the owner is:

• Brush your pet's coat 1-2 times a week with a soft brush. During molting, the procedure is carried out every other day.
• Daily eye examination, if necessary, wiping with a cotton swab - animals are prone to ophthalmological diseases.
• Cleaning your ears 1-2 times a month.
• Periodic brushing of teeth with veterinary paste. An alternative is dental treats.
• Trimming nails as they grow, if the dog does not grind them down on hard surfaces on his own.

It is enough to bathe Cardigans 2-3 times a year - the animals are quite clean. Washing too often can lead to skin problems such as itching, irritation, and dandruff. If these symptoms appear, the pet is immediately taken to the veterinarian.

Walk

Cardigan needs long and active walks. Pets enjoy running in the fresh air, fetching a ball, swimming in ponds, and frolicking with other four-legged animals.

Animals are taken outside at least twice a day. The minimum walking duration is 50 minutes. If the cardigan lives in a small apartment, then it is better to walk with him for about two hours. It is advisable that the dog can run free without a leash.

Due to the breed's propensity for joint diseases, excessive exercise should be avoided.

Feeding

Welsh Corgis happily eat both ready-made food and home-cooked food. Pets receive high-quality premium or super-premium products. It contains all the necessary vitamins and minerals. When choosing the second type of food, special attention is paid to compiling the animal’s diet.

With natural feeding, the basis of the pet's diet is made up of lean meats - beef, chicken, turkey, rabbit, and high-quality offal. The animal menu also includes:

• porridge – buckwheat, rice;
• sea ​​fish;
• vegetables and fruits (potatoes, corn, melons and pears are prohibited);
• eggs;
• fermented milk products (without sugar and fruit additives).

In agreement with the veterinarian, vitamin and mineral complexes are administered.

These dogs love to eat tasty food, so if they are not active enough, they quickly gain excess weight. With obesity, the load on internal organs increases, joints become deformed, which shortens the life of the cardigan.

Portion size is adjusted depending on the level of physical activity.

Cardigan puppies are fed 4-5 times a day, adult animals - twice a day at the same time. Clean water should always be freely available, especially if the dog eats dry food.

Training and education: what is important to know

1. The first thing to consider when training a Cardigan Welsh Corgi is that it is a food dog . That is, the animal will most willingly work for encouragement in the form of something tasty. It is important not to overfeed the corgi and ensure that the dog gradually begins to follow commands with verbal encouragement.
2. Cardigan loves to learn and will perform new tricks with no less pleasure than his owner does to watch them. It’s worth constantly giving the dog new tasks: this way it can occupy its mind and release excess energy, which would otherwise spill out into destruction in the apartment. The training goes from simple tricks to complex ones.
3. It is important to pay attention to the cardigan’s attitude towards strangers and stop excessive wariness and aggressiveness . A dog is an excellent watchdog, but without training this character trait will result in a problem with communication.
4. When training a Cardigan Welsh Corgi, you will need a lot of patience, but aggression and physical influence are prohibited.
5. It is important to get your dog accustomed to being examined by a veterinarian.

The baby bites: master class on how to stop a puppy from biting

Baby Welsh Corgi Cardigan with blue eyes

The cardigan's eyes are medium in size and set quite wide. The look is wary, but at the same time calm and balanced.

Baby Welsh Corgi Cardigan with blue eyes

Most often, the eyes have a color that matches the main color of the dog, but some types of color are characterized by blue shades of the eyes.

If you ask the average person about dogs with blue eyes, he will immediately remember Siberian huskies, but not only “Siberians” have such cute privileges.

The bite is scissor-shaped. Characterized by very strong teeth and a single-line arrangement of incisors.

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi's head is set on a strong, muscular neck of medium length. The withers are not clearly expressed. The back is long and straight. The loin is narrower than the back and has a slight convexity. The croup is slightly sloping.

The tail of the cardigan is “fox” type, set low, but does not drag along the ground. Doesn't rise higher than the back. When running, the dog keeps it horizontal to the ground.

These dogs are characterized by smooth and neat movements filled with ease.

Important vaccinations

To keep your Cardigan Welsh Corgi healthy, he will need a number of vaccinations:

• at 1 month (done by the breeder) - Nobivac Puppy DP (against canine distemper and parvovirus enteritis);
• at 2 months - Nobivac DHPPi (against canine distemper, infectious hepatitis, parvovirus enteritis and parainfluenza) + Nobivac Lepto (against leptospirosis);
• at 3 months - Nobivac DHPPi + Nobivac Lepto + Nobivac Rabies (against animal rabies);
• then annually - Nobivac DHPPi + Nobivac Lepto + Nobivac Rabies.

Important : after the first vaccinations, a 2-week quarantine is required, during which immunity develops. Before each vaccination, treatment against worms is carried out.

Photo and video review

You can evaluate the behavioral skills and external characteristics of active and friendly little shepherd dogs using video materials. The photo selection is also of interest, thanks to which you can note the main distinctive features of the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.

In TV series, movies and cartoons

The Welsh Corgi, thanks to its inexhaustible charm and ability to captivate at first sight, often appears on screens. And, we must give them their due, the tailed actors become favorites of the audience. You can see the Welsh Corgi in:

• films “The Lost Puppy”, “The Reluctant Tourist”, “Bullseye!”, “Don’t Tell Mom About the Nanny’s Death”, “Robinson Crusoe” (1997, with Pierce Brosnan), “Agent Johnny English”, “The King’s Speech!” ", "Queen";
• the series “Jeeves and Wooster” (the signature “singing” of the Welsh Corgi is shown here), “Joy to All Who Sorrow” and “NCIS: Special Branch”;
• cartoon "One Hundred and One Dalmatians 2: Adventures in London"

And in the anime series Cowboy Bebop, the Welsh Corgi is shown as the smartest member of the spaceship - so the intelligence of this dog is even captured in the cinema!

CARDIGAN STANDARD:

FCI-Standard No. 38/12.05.2010/GB

WELSH CORGI (CARDIGAN) WELSH CORGI (CARDIGAN)

ORIGIN: Great Britain. Country of Origin: UK

DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THE ORIGINAL VALID STANDARD: 06/24/1987. Date of publication of the original standard: 06/24/1987.

UTILIZATION: Herding & companion. Purpose: shepherd and companion

CLASSIFICATION FCI: Group 1 Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs). Section 1 Sheepdogs. Without working trial. FCI classification: Group 1 (shepherds and cattle) Section 1 (shepherds) No herding testing.

GENERAL APPEARANCE: Sturdy, tough, mobile, capable of endurance. Long in proportion to height, terminating in fox-like brush, set in line with body. GENERAL IMPRESSION: stable, strong, agile, hardy dog. Long in proportion to height. The tail looks like a fox's tail. Set in line with the body.

IMPORTANT PROPORTION: Length of foreface in proportion to head 3 to 5. IMPORTANT NOTE: Length of the muzzle in proportion to head length 3:5.

BEHAVIOUR / TEMPERAMENT : Alert, active and intelligent. Steady, not shy nor aggressive. BEHAVIOR/TEMPERAMENT: Alert, active and intelligent dog. Calm, not timid and not aggressive.

HEAD: Foxy in shape and appearance. HEAD: Fox-like in shape and expression.

CRANIAL REGION: Skull : Wide and flat between ears; tapering towards eyes above which it is slightly domed. Stop: Moderate. CRANIAL REGION: Skull: Wide and flat between the ears, tapering towards the eyes, above which it is slightly convex. Stop: moderate.

FACIAL REGION: Nose : Black., projects slightly and in no sense blunt. Muzzle: Tapering moderately towards nose. FACIAL REGION: Nose: Black, slightly tapering and in no way blunt. Muzzle: Tapers moderately towards the nose.

Jaws / Teeth: Teeth strong with scissor bite, ie upper teeth closely overlapping the lower teeth and set square to the jaws. Underjaw clean cut. Strong but without prominence. Jaws/Teeth: Teeth are strong with a scissor bite, with the upper incisors overlapping the lower incisors without gap, the teeth set perpendicular to the jaw. The lower jaw is clearly defined. Strong, but not overpowering.

Eyes: Medium size, clear, giving kindly, alert but watchful expression. Rather widely set with corners clearly defined. Preferably dark, or to blend with coat, rims dark. One or both eyes pale blue, blue or blue flecked permissible only in blue merles. Eyes: medium in size, clear, with a friendly, lively but alert expression, set quite far apart with clearly defined corners of the eyes. Mostly dark or in a color that harmonizes with the coat color. Eyelids are dark. Pale blue, blue and merle eyes (one or both) are allowed exclusively in the blue merle color.

Ears: Erect, proportionately rather large to size of dog. Tips slightly rounded, moderately wide at base and set about 8 cm (3.5 ins) apart. Carried so that tips are slightly wide of straight line drawn from tip of nose through center of eyes, and set well back so that they can be laid flat along neck. Ears: erect, relatively large in relation to the height of the dog. Slightly rounded at the top, moderately wide at the base and spaced about 8 cm (3.5 in) apart. They are carried so that the tops are just outside the imaginary line from the nose through the middle of the eyes.

NECK: Muscular, well developed, in proportion to the dog's build, fitting into well sloping shoulders. NECK: Muscular, well developed, built in proportion to the dog, connected to well sloping shoulders.

BODY: Fairly long and strong. BODY: Quite long and strong.

Topline: Level. Topline: level.

Loin: Waist clearly defined. Lumbar: The waist is clearly defined.

Chest: Moderately broad with prominent breast bone. Brisket deep. Well sprung ribs. Chest: Moderately broad with pronounced sternum. The chest bone is deep. Ribs are well sprung.

TAIL: Like a fox's brush set in line with the body and moderately long ( to touch or nearly touch ground). Carried low when standing but may be lifted a little above body when moving, not curled over back. TAIL: similar to that of a fox, set in line with the body, relatively long (touching or almost touching the ground). When standing it is kept low; when moving it can be carried easily elevated above the body, but not rolled over the back.

LIMBS: Strong bone. Legs short but body well clear of the ground. LIMBS: Strong bones. The legs are short, but the body is at a sufficient distance from the ground.

FOREQUATERS FORE LIMBS

Shoulder: Well laid, angulated at approximately 90 degrees to upper arm, muscular. Shoulders: Well sloping and forming an angle of approximately 90 degrees with the shoulders, muscular.

Elbow: Close to sides. Elbows: Close to the chest

Forearm : Slightly bowed to mold round the chest. Forearms: Slightly curved to match the arch of the chest.

Forefeet: Round, tight, rather large and well padded. Turned slightly outwards. Forelegs: Round, closed, fairly large with well padded pads. Slightly turned outward.

HINDQUARTERS: Strong, well angulated and aligned with muscular thighs and lower thighs; strong bone carried down to feet. Legs short. HINDQUARTERS: strong, well angulated and set, with muscular thighs and shins; strong bone right down to the paws. The legs are short.

Metatarsus (Rear pasterns): Vertical when standing, viewed from side and rear. Metatarsus: Set vertically when viewed from the side and rear.

Hind feet: Round, tight, rather large and well padded. Hind feet: Round, closed, fairly large with well padded feet.

GAIT/ MOVEMENT : Free and active, elbows fitting close to sides, neither loose nor tied. Forelegs reaching well forward without too much lift, in unison with thrusting action of hindlegs. GAIT/MOVEMENT: Free and active. The elbows fit snugly to the sides of the body, but are not loose, but not too tight either. The forelegs are thrown forward well, but without excessive lifting, in balance with the drive of the hindquarters.

COAT WOOL

Hair: Short or medium, of hard texture. Weather-proof, with good undercoat. Preferably straight. Coat: short or medium length, hard texture. Resistant to any weather, with good undercoat. Mostly straight.

COLOUR : Any color, with or without white markings, but white should not predominate. COLOR: Any with or without white markings, but white should not predominate.

SIZE AND WEIGHT: SIZE AND WEIGHT:

Ideal height at withers: 30 cm. Ideal height at withers: 30 cm.

Weight in proportion to size with overall balance the prime consideration. Weight is proportional to height, with a proportionate overall appearance being of paramount importance.

FAULTS: Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog and on its ability to perform its traditional work. FAULTS: Any deviation from the foregoing points must be considered a fault and the assessment of the fault must be in exact proportion to the extent of the deviation and its effect on the health and welfare of the dog and the dog's ability to perform its traditional purpose.

DISQUALIFYING FAULTS: DISQUALIFYING FAULTS:

• Aggressive or overly shy dogs. • Aggressive or too timid dog.

• Any dog ​​clearly showing physical or behavioral abnormalities shall be disqualified. • Any dog ​​clearly showing physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified.

NB: Male animals must have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum. Note: Males must have two apparently normal testes fully descended into the scrotum.

The standard is taken from the official FCI website www.fci.be

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Adorable puppies:

Welsh - Cardigan and Pembroke corgis: how they differ

The Cardigan and Pembroke Welsh Corgis were considered the same breed until 1934. Then differences were recognized and separate standards were approved. Pembrokes are related to Spitz dogs, while Cardigans are more similar to dachshunds.

Cardigans are slightly wider in the bones and larger. The cardigan has an elongated body, a smoothly sloping back in relation to the croup. The body of the Welsh Corgi Pembroke is oval, with a long arched neck. The breeds also differ in their tails. For a cardigan it is always long and fluffy. Pembrokes used to have their tail docked. They don't do that today. But bobtail is common in the breed.

Training and education

This breed is easy to train. Corgis are not prone to dominance. But they will not tolerate inconsistency and rudeness in the classroom. You need to start training your pet at 3-4 months. From childhood, puppies need to stop the habit of sometimes grabbing their legs, eradicating their natural instinct to herd everyone into a “pack.”

Animals enjoy the learning process, but dogs often get tired of the monotony. Therefore, it is better to combine training with play activities. Welsh Corgis are very fond of active activities - mini-agility, freestyle, as well as team exercises.