Introduction to purchasing criteria and characteristics of purebred Corgi dogs

Jul 18,2024
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There are two types of Welsh Corgis: Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Pembroke Welsh Corgis. Comparing the two, the Pembroke Corgi has a shorter body, straighter and lighter leg bones, and the Welsh Corgi has better texture on its back hair; but in terms of temperament, the Pembroke Corgi appears restless and easily agitated. , not as tame as the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. From Richard I in the 12th century to Queen Elizabeth II today, Corgis have been the pets of the British royal family.

【Lifespan】12-15 years

【Dog breed】Corgi

[Alias] Welsh Corgi, Corgi, Pembroke Corgi, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Welsh Corgi

【English name】welsh corgi pembroke

【Appearance and personality】

Corgis are short in appearance and powerful, giving people the impression of a strong physique, full of vitality, high-quality bones and excellent endurance. They are one of the most popular small guard dogs. They are friendly in nature, brave and bold, and are not timid. Not cruel either. Be gentle, but don't force it to accept things it doesn't want to accept. This dog breed is loyal, cute, and has an honest and honest appearance. Hearing and smell are extremely keen. It has a strong sense of responsibility and a strong desire to protect its owner, and will do its best to rescue its owner when it is in danger.

2. Purchasing Principles

1. The body shape should be well-proportioned, the neck should be always high and strong, the chest should be deep, and the abdomen should be slightly contracted upward.

2. The limbs should be long and strong, the forelimbs should be straight, the hind limbs should be muscular, the feet should be large and broad, and the toes should be covered with long feathers.

3. The hair should be rich and dense, very soft and shiny like silk. There are also long feathers on both sides of the head.

4. There are also long and thick hairs on both sides of the body and on the front and rear limbs; there are long and shiny hairs on the ears, tail and top of the head. The hair on the back and shoulders is shorter.

5. This dog comes in white, golden, brown and black. It should not have hair of other colors, otherwise it is not a purebred.

6. The gait when walking should be relaxed and easy, and you should be able to run quickly. Those who are slow are unhealthy.

7. The requirements for shoulder height and weight are: height (i.e. shoulder height) within 61-74 cm; weight within 23 kg-35 kg.

8. The head shape should be elongated, long, straight and narrow, and often held high. The forehead should be slightly convex, and the nose color should be brown or black.

9. The snout should be long, the neck should be strong, and the teeth should be hard and bite like a pincer.

10. The ears should be long and hanging. The hair on the top of the Corgi’s head should be long enough to cover the ears and draped.On the shoulders; the eyes should be dark and bright.

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