Medium Herding Group

Cardigan Welsh Corgi

Also called Cardi, Cardigan and Ci-corgi

Great with kids
Sheds a lot
Barks a lot

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a medium-sized herding breed of dog that originated in Wales. It is one of two breeds known as Welsh Corgi, the other being the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Cardigans are known for their long, low-set bodies and short legs. They have strong bodies, with a deep chest and strong legs. They have a medium-length tail that is usually docked, and their coat is long and dense. Cardigans have a friendly and cheerful personality, and they make excellent family dogs. They are loyal and intelligent, and they enjoy being active.

Weight: 24–37 lb (11–17 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 11–13 in (27–32 cm)
Life span: 12–15 years
Exercise: About 60 minutes a day
Coat: Medium, Double
Origin: Cardiganshire, Wales, United Kingdom

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Great with children
Other dogs: Good with other dogs
Strangers: Polite with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Moderately active
Apartment living: Can manage in an apartment
Barking: Barks often
Training: Easy to train

Care

Grooming: Regular brushing
Shedding: Sheds a lot
Drooling: Hardly drools

Temperament

Adaptable Affectionate Alert Intelligent Loyal Watchful

Coat colours

Black, black and tan, blue merle, brindle, red and sable

Males and females

Measure	Males	Females
Weight	31–37 lb (14–17 kg)	24–33 lb (11–15 kg)
Height	11–13 in (27–32 cm)	11–13 in (27–32 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)