Dogs (also known as Welsh corgis) are the cutest in the world and they are native to England and Wales. Corgis consistently top the list of the most popular breeds in the world
Why do people love this breed so much? The following article will summarize for you all the interesting information about corgis that you absolutely cannot miss.
History of the Corgi Breed The corgi
the breed has been around for a long time. They are estimated to have appeared in Wales, England, about 3,000 years ago. There are many theories about the ancestry of the corgi. But most likely, they may have come from Vallhunds (the Swedish dwarf breed).
For thousands of years, corgis were mainly used as collies and hunting dogs. The advantages of this breed are short legs and a long but extremely agile body. This makes it easier for them to avoid some big bull kicks. At the same time, the corgi's bark is extremely powerful and can scare cattle and make them afraid.
Since the 16th century - both Europe and England have prospered, corgis are no longer used for herding but kept as pets in the family. They gradually became popular in Europe. It was most popular with the British royal family during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II.
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called the Welsh Corgi. But after a while, many new breeds of dogs were introduced to Wales. Corgis began mating with them and gave birth to a new breed of corgi called the Pembroke Welsh Corgi for short Pembroke Corgi). The ancient corgi breed is known by another name, the Cardigan.
The Pembroke Corgi leads the list of the most popular dog breeds in the world. They have a rather funny appearance with a very fictitious heart-shaped butt. The Pembroke is far more famous than its brother, the Cardigan Corgi. There are not many cardigan dogs these days.
The Pembroke Corgi is also known as the Queen Elizabeth II corgi breed. At the same time, it is considered to be the noble dog line of England.
Characteristics
Height and Weight
Pembroke Corgi: Height about 25-30cm and weight 9-13kg. This breed will grow to full size and normal weight at 9 months of age. However, Pembroke is more gluttonous, so it is easy to gain weight. They can weigh up to 20kg if you feed them too much without regular exercise.
Cardigan Corgi: This breed is slightly larger than the Pembroke. height is about 30-35cm and the weight of Corgis usually has little difference between men and women). Like Pembrokes, cardigans are prone to obesity. You should pay more attention to their diet and exercise regimen.
Physical
Thoroughbred corgis have one physical characteristic in common, which is a long body and four short legs. Unlike other dog breeds, the Corgi's shorter legs and long body make it more beautiful. Therefore, a corgi with a chest close to the ground can be very expensive. Despite the somewhat imaginary and disproportionate body, those corgis are always warmly welcomed.
First part
The short-legged Corgi's ears are triangular, and the erect ears and face are balanced. The Corgi's muzzle is long and pointed, the eyes are large and round, and the mouth and chin are small but very sharp. Overall, their face looks a lot like a fox, so many places often refer to this breed as a short-term fox dog.
tail
is the most important feature that distinguishes a Pembroke from a cardigan. While Pembroke's tail is short, Cardigan's tail is rather long and curly. Usually, Pem puppies are born with a short tail, and if it is too long, it will be clipped in 2-5 days. According to the American Kennel Club AKC, a Pem's tail meets the criteria when it is shorter than 5 cm.
Fur
The snow dog Samoyed, Alaskan and Husky, has a long, thick two-layer coat short, thin, the soft inner coat provides insulation and helps the Corgi withstand the cold Welsh climate. The outer coat is thicker and longer, and is particularly waterproof, making it easier for the Corgi to move in severely cold weather.
Corgis are also not very diverse in coat color. However, both breeds have one feature in common, which is that the muzzle, chest, and 4 legs are all white:
- For Pembroke Corgis: common coat colors are orange-white, yellow-white, rarely black-white, Brown-white, tan-black, and white.
- For C Corgis: Common coat colors are spotted brown, black, parrot green, black and fawn, Sabel and red mink coats, or some combination of white spots.
Corgi's Personality Characteristics Corgis
are very intelligent. They are ranked 11th on the list of the smartest dog breeds in the world. They are smart so training is easy. Corgi commands only need to be learned 4-5 times to master. Corgis are also very loyal. They usually only consider one person as the owner. At the same time, if the master is threatened, it can be ready to rush into battle at any time.
Corgis are also very friendly and love children. They are chosen by many families with young children. However, corgis are very active and rarely sit still, and you should not let them play with children that are too young.
Corgis are intelligent but sometimes stubborn. They deliberately don't do what you want, not necessarily because they don't understand. You need to be more serious and strong in your training. Never give up easily when they disobey. It can be difficult to manage this breed over time.
Corgis bark incessantly without prompting. You should learn to control this personality and teach your corgi to bark and stop barking at the right times.
Another characteristic is that Corgis are very active. You should take them out regularly, run and play every day to release energy. At the same time, it helps burn calories and avoid obesity, which is common in this breed.
Common diseases encountered by corgis. Causes of disease and prevention
Corgis have a fairly long life expectancy of 13-15 years. Corgis often suffer from the following common diseases:
Spinal Injuries
Cause: Due to the body structure, the Corgi is a dog with short legs, a long back, and an unbalanced big-ass. When exercising too vigorously or jumping too high, they are vulnerable to spinal cord injury.
Prevention: When you let your corgi play outside, you should let them run and jump in moderation. You'd better have a long, manageable belt. When they show signs of hyperactivity, you should let them sit still for a while before letting them run and jump.
The fungal disease, scabies, fleas on the skin
Causes: The cause of this disease is 100% because you are not taking care of your corgi's fur regularly. The Corgi's coat is thick and long. If not cleaned regularly, it will be an ideal sanctuary for bacteria, fleas, dog ticks, etc. to multiply and develop. Over time, it can lead to scabies, fungus, and parasites on the corgi's skin.
Precautions: Keep your corgi clean. Shower at least 1-2 times a week and trim approximately every 2 months. Meanwhile, vaccines are available. To prevent skin diseases in corgis, you can take your corgi to the nearest pet care center (corgi pet store) to register for vaccinations.
obesity
: Obesity is the most common disease among dwarf dog breeds such as sausages and corgis. The main reason is that you are feeding them too much fat and not giving them a regular activity to release calories. Over time, it can accumulate and lead to obesity.
Prevention: You should pay attention to the number of nutrients you provide to your corgi. You should provide more protein, fiber, and vitamins and reduce fat. You should keep in mind that in meat, there is already enough fat for corgis to eat.
You shouldn't give them more beef or chicken fat, lard, really bad. In addition to paying attention to food intake, Corgis should also be given regular exercise to keep their bodies firm and prevent obesity.
Some other disorders are less common in corgi hip dysplasia
: a genetic disorder in corgis when the femur does not match the hip bone. If this is the case, the corgi may have difficulty walking.
Cataract: This disorder is common in older corgis. After infection, corgis have cloudy eyes and often have poor vision.
Myasthenia Gravis: This is also a genetic disorder. The skin of corgis with this condition is often very thin and easily damaged. Subcutaneous blood vessels can burst at any time, causing bruising. For corgis with this condition, it is generally recommended not to exercise too much and to avoid collisions.
Retinal dysplasia: This disorder is usually a congenital disorder in the corgis. At birth, corgi puppies with this condition often have detached retinas, leading to blindness.
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