Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Size, Weight & Temperament

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an alert, intelligent herding dog with a strong work drive and a tendency to bark and nip at heels while herding family members. He is loyal to his family and eager to learn, but needs clear tasks. Toward strangers he is often watchful to cautious.

Despite his short legs, the Corgi has a high need for exercise and engagement that goes beyond plain walks. Dog sports such as agility, obedience, or treibball suit his working heritage well.

The dense double coat sheds year-round and heavily during seasonal coat changes, so regular brushing is necessary. Otherwise, grooming needs are manageable.

The long back combined with short, achondroplastic legs predisposes the breed to intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), so stairs and jumping should be avoided where possible. Hip dysplasia and degenerative myelopathy also occur in the breed.