Pembroke family history is a bit muddled regarding a 1, year old Viking connection with this breed. Some canine historians believe the Swedish vallhund —which is often mistaken for a different type of corgi and strongly resembles one—was the favored Viking dog first, and so the two breeds are second cousins. Who's the greatest fan of this pooch? It's easy to think southwestern cattle and sheep farmers along St. George's Channel in Cardiganshire, Wales simply took a trip farther south, spotted Pembroke corgis and said, "Hey, I like the look of those little dogs!
Let's put a few in the wagon! These pups descend from German teckel lineage approximately 3, years old. A Cardigan corgi's second cousin is a fellow German dog, the Dachshund —and the two combined make a dorgi , which some people might think of as a type of corgi, since it's a mixed breed.
This heritage provides Cardigan Welsh corgis with great endurance as a herd 'drover', hoof-avoiding agility, and vermin control, plus the ability to keep watchful eyes on their people and animals. Before we get to the tail reveal We know! We know! She says personality might be one way to tell Pembrokes and Cardigans apart. Austin also notes that she finds Cardis to be a bit more low-key than Pems and for her, easier to train, but they still won't go out of their way to please you.
Other differences you might notice between these two types of corgis concern health. They are also both prone to elbow and hip dysplasia , progressive retinal atrophy , and degenerative myelopathy. In terms of lifespan, Pembrokes usually live 12—13 years, and Cardigans up to 15 years. And now, the moment you've been waiting for: which of these types of corgis has a tail?
Take a look! So to submit the winning answer to the trivia question, "Do corgis have tails? The Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America "believes it is and always has been an important part of our breed to have docked or natural bob-tailed dogs. And while both corgi breeds have large, rounded ears, some people see the Pembroke Welsh corgi's being a tad more rounded at the tip, while the Cardigan Welsh corgi 's are more rounded at the base.
Next time you catch two side-by-side, whip out a tape measure! Another subtle difference in appearance between these two types of corgis includes their paws. Look closely, and you'll notice Cardis inherited a slight frontal bow-leggedness with turned-out toes from their teckel ancestors—similar to a Dachshund or basset hound. They are food-obsessed , so treats will be the driving factor for them. Use this to your advantage but be sure to offer them plenty of verbal praise as well. Gradually reduce the number of treats over time once they have learned the commands and desired behaviors.
Additionally, because of their herding instincts and nipping behaviors, it is imperative that you socialize them early if you want a well-mannered pup. Socialization is the process of exposing your pooch to a wide variety of daily situations, such as walking on the sidewalk comfortably, or being relaxed with dogs of all shapes and sizes, and being calm and content. Making sure that every experience is an enjoyable one is the key to success. Both the Corgis are also very independent and stubborn , and this can deter owners from being persistent with their training.
Do not fear, it is probably not something that you are doing wrong, they are simply known to do things on Corgi time. The best way to counteract this is to make training sessions short and fun.
If you plan to crate train your Corgi, start early on in life and make sure to train with a Corgi-sized dog crate. The Cardigan and the Pembroke Corgi are generally healthy dogs , but they are prone to similar health issues. They are also both prone to Intervertebral Disk Disease IVDD , which is where the spinal discs rupture due to their long and compact spine.
Preventing them from jumping from heights can help to prevent this disease from developing. Symptoms include problems with going up or down stairs, weakness in limbs, or paralysis. Both the Cardigan and the Pembroke are prone to obesity , more so than the average pooch, so be sure to monitor the number of treats that he is given.
With their small frame, you should do all you can to prevent them from becoming chunky Corgis. He will put on weight quickly so if you notice that he is piling on the pounds then lower his food intake.
Feeding your pup high-quality food that is packed with the best nutrients is one of the best ways to keep him in tip-top condition and away from the Veterinarian, which he will thank you for. The Cardigan and the Pembroke have similar coats, in that they have a dense undercoat that keeps them warm and a fluffy overcoat.
As a result of this, they will need brushing 2 to 3 times a week. As the months get warmer, they will begin to shed all the fur that is not needed, and there is a significant amount of fur to get rid of considering how small he is! During shedding seasons, it is best to brush him every day to keep his coat manageable for both him and your household. Generally, the Cardigan and the Pembroke will only need bathing once every two months or so.
Never wash them more than every 6 weeks, as this will damage their natural coat oils. As they are small breeds, they need more attentive dental care than the average canine, and so a brush twice a week will be suitable. They can be known to develop periodontal diseases way before old age and brushing with a doggy toothpaste will keep these issues at bay.
The Pembroke Corgi has increased in popularity over recent years, so the demand for them will be undoubtedly higher, and because of this, you might expect to pay slightly more for him compared to the Cardigan. Here are a few:. Gambling company Ladbrokes used corgis in an attempt to predict what the name would be.
The corgi sporting the name Alexandra won the race. Princess Charlotte was born on May 2, The first event attracted just 15 dogs; the last one had more than corgis in attendance.
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