Also known as: "PWC", "Pembroke", "Corgi", "Pem"
Breed Overview
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a Medium dog breed, with a starting weight of 24 lbs that can reach 30 lbs. It is officially part of the Herding group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed has a typical lifespan of 12 to 15 years, Medium hair, and have Moderate shedding. Breeders interested in the Pembroke Welsh Corgi should know that the average litter size is between 6 to 8 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 12-15 years |
Height: 10-12" |
Shedding: Moderate |
Litter Size: 6-8 pups |
| Group: Herding |
Weight: 24-30 lbs |
Hair Length: Medium |
Size: Medium |
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Herding |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Medium |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
Wales |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
no |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
somewhat |
Active Indoors |
yes |
| Apartment Friendly |
yes |
Exercise Demands |
no |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
none |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
|
Dangerous |
no |
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Temperament
hardy, highly intelligent, obedient, protective, devoted, good with children, make good guard and show dogs, tends to bark a lot
Health Problems
PRA, glaucoma and back disorders
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Coat
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Dog Colors
Usually the outer coat is in red, sable, fawn, black and tan with or without white markings.
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR