| The Welsh Corgi (Pembroke) Dog Breed
Country of Origin: The Welsh Corgi (Pembroke)
originated in Wales.
Height: Male Pembroke Welsh Corgis range from 10
inches to 12 inches. Female Pembroke Welsh Corgis range from
10 inches to 12 inches.
Weight: Male Pembroke Welsh Corgis range from 25
to 35 pounds. Female Pembroke Welsh Corgis range from 24 to
28 pounds.
Description: The Welsh Corgi (Pembroke) is a long,
moderately low, small dog breed with large, pointy ears, a
docked tail with free and easy movement. A member of the
herding group, the Welsh Corgi, Pembroke is quick and agile
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enough for a long day's work. With an
intelligent and somewhat fox-like expression, it is an
obedient dog breed and is very loyal to its owner. The
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is in the Herding group. Colors:
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are typically red, black, sable, fawn
or tan and may have white markings.
Coat: Pembroke Welsh Corgis have a medium-length,
straight and dense coat. Regular brushing is required to
remove dead hair.
Temperament: The Welsh Corgi (Pembroke) is an
obedient and protective dog breed. Suspicious of strangers,
the Welsh Corgi (Pembroke) makes a good watchdog. The Welsh
Corgi (Pembroke) is considered to be a clever dog breed.
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Health Concerns: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is
susceptible to back disorders, glaucoma and epilepsy.
Life Expectancy: The life expectancy of the
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 11-13 years.
Living Environment: The Welsh Corgi (Pembroke)
will do well in apartments if it receives sufficient amounts
of exercise.
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