Welsh Corgi Puppies (plural Corgis) is a tiny kind of herding dog that originated in Wales. The term “corgi” comes from the Welsh words “cor” and “ci” (mutated to “gi”).
Both the Pembroke and Cardigan Welsh Corgis exist. The Kennel Club in the UK recognized them as one breed until 1934, yet many breeders feel they evolved individually. The Cardigan is somewhat bigger and heavier-boned than the Pembroke.
Most of us can recognize a Pembroke from a Cardigan by its tails. Pemberton docked, Cardigan long. (Remember: the Pembroke has a “broken” tail; the Cardigan has long tail like cardigan sweater sleeves.)
The Pembroke Welsh Corgis (PWCs or Pems) is the smallest of the American Kennel Club’s Herding Group. These dogs’ coats are generally red, sable, fawn, or tri-colored (red, black, and tan), with white markings on the legs. They may also have a flame on their heads. Pembroke’s heads resemble a fox’s head. Their ears are upright and their eyes are oval.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America upholds the AKC breed standard.
Corgi Puppies’s History
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a magical dog with a folkloric origin in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi supposedly sprung from the abodes of fairies and elves!
The storey says that two kids were out caring to their family’s livestock when they discovered two pups. The kids mistook them for foxes, but they were so cute they wrapped them up and brought them home. Their parents recognised the puppies as dogs and informed their children they were a gift from the field fairies. They drew fairies’ chariots and occasionally rode into combat.
The parents pointed to the marks on their backs where the fairy saddle had been placed on their shoulders as proof. The kids adored their puppies. The dogs grew up to be beloved family pets that helped the kids care for the family’s livestock.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is derived from Vallhunds, Swedish livestock dogs brought to Wales by the Vikings in the 9th and 10th centuries. Others believe they are related to dogs brought to Wales by Flemish weavers in the 12th century.
In any case, the breed’s history is hazy. Worker dogs were bred by farmers in the past to fulfil certain chores. They didn’t keep track of matings.
The UK Kennel Club acknowledged purebred Corgis in the 1920s. They were initially displayed as Welsh Corgis in 1925. Those were the days when Pembrokes and Cardigans were presented together.
The Kennel Club recognised the Pembroke and Cardigan as distinct breeds in 1934. The American Kennel Club followed in the same year. Pembrokes debuted in America in 1936.
Pembrokes are now among the top 50 most popular family pet breeds in the United States. In 1933, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II acquired her first Pembroke Welsh Corgi from her father, King George VI.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis stand 10-12 inches height at the shoulders and weigh 30 pounds.
Health Of Corgi Puppies
A healthy Pembroke might be prone to various health issues like any other breed. Not all Pembrokes will develop these ailments, but it’s good to know about them if you’re thinking about getting one.
If you’re buying a puppy, ask the breeder to show you both parents’ health certifications. Dogs with health clearances have been tested and cleared of a specific ailment.
Pembrokes has Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) health certifications for hip dysplasia (fair or better), elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and von Willebrand’s disease; Auburn University for thrombopathia; and the Canine Eye Registry Foundation (CERF) for normal eyes. Check the OFA website for health clearances (offa.org).
Hip dysplasia occurs when the thighbone does not fit securely into the hip joint. Some dogs indicate pain and lameness in one or both hind legs, while others do not. (X-ray screening is the most certain method of diagnosis.) Arthritis can occur in either case. If you’re buying a puppy, ask the breeder for documentation that the parents have been tested for hip dysplasia and are clear.
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Opacity of the lens of the eye produces cataracts. The dog’s eye(s) will be clouded. In older people, cataracts can be surgically removed to enhance eyesight.
Asthenia Cutanea This disorder causes faulty connective tissue in the skin to become frail, loose, and flexible. Affected blood vessels cause severe bruising and blood blisters.
Intervertebral Disk Disease: Pembrokes’ long backs make them prone to spinal disc rupture. Symptoms include shakiness, difficulty climbing stairs or moving furniture, limb knuckling, weakness, and paralysis.
Retinal Dysplasia: A retinal defect. The retina might detach, causing blindness.
Willebrand Disease: This is a clotting condition that affects both canines and people. Symptoms include nosebleeds, bleeding gums, extended operation bleeding, prolonged bleeding during heat cycles or after whelping, and blood in the stool. This illness affects children aged three to five and is incurable. It can be controlled by cauterising or suturing wounds, transfusions before surgery, and avoiding certain drugs.
Feeding Of Corgi Puppies All Details
3/4 to 1.5 cups high-quality dry food every day, split between two meals.
To eat an adult dog depends on size, age, structure, metabolism and activity. Like people, dogs are unique and require different amounts of food. A highly active dog will obviously require more than a couch potato dog. The better the dog food, the less you’ll need to shake into your dog’s dish.
Indulge in Pembrokes’ appetites at your peril. Keep your Pem in shape by feeding him twice a day and metering his meals. If you’re doubtful, give him the eye and hand tests.
See our advice for buying the correct food, feeding your puppy, and feeding your adult Pembroke.
Coat, Color, and Care of Corgi Puppies
Pembrokes have a thick undercoat and a lengthy topcoat. They shed constantly, with heavier shedding twice a year. The most common colors are white with red or sable markings.
The coat’s length varies. Their feathered coats cover their ears, breast, legs, and feet.
Many Pembrokes wear a “fairy saddle” on their backs. The name of this marking comes from a legend: Fairies rode Pembrokes in Wales, according to one.
Brush your Pembroke’s teeth at least twice a week to eliminate tartar and germs. Brushing twice a day helps prevent gum disease and foul breath.
You should trim your dog’s nails once or twice a month if they don’t wear down naturally. They’re too lengthy if they clack on the floor. Blood veins in dog toenails can cause bleeding, and your dog may not comply the next time the nail clippers come out. If you’re not sure how to clip a dog’s nails, consult a doctor or groomer.
Check his ears monthly for redness or odour, which suggest infection. To avoid infections, clean your dog’s ears with a cotton ball wet with mild pH-balanced ear cleanser. Do not clean the ear canal; just the outer ear.
Begin brushing and inspecting your Pembroke as a puppy. Handle his paws regularly and inspect his lips. Make grooming a rewarding experience, and you’ll prepare him for smooth veterinarian tests and another handling as an adult.
Check for sores, rashes, or infection indications including redness, soreness, or inflammation on the skin, nose, mouth, eyes, and feet while you groom. No redness or discharge from the eyes. Your weekly exam will help you identify potential health issues.
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Pembrokes are quite fond of youngsters, although their herding tendencies cause them to nibble at their feet or ankles. These behaviors may be taught out of Pems as young as six months old.
If you have a dog that bites or pulls on the ears or tail of a child, educate them on how to approach and touch it. Your youngster should never approach a dog eating or sleeping, or try to take away the dog’s food. No matter how nice, no dog should be left alone with a youngster.
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