All about welsh corgi pembroke

The Welsh Corgi Pemborc is particularly respected by the breeder of miniature shepherd dogs. This dog has a lot of advantages, charming appearance, it is capable of heroic feats. The material of this article will be especially useful to those readers who want to get to know the character of this animal and the conditions of its maintenance. We will tell where this breed came from, what the exterior looks like, what is the average life expectancy of these dogs and what their disadvantages may be.

The roots of the origin of the Welsh Corgi-Pembroke stretch far back into centuries. The remains of small dogs, resembling fragments of the skeleton of modern corgi, were found by archaeologists on the site of a settlement that once existed in the VIII-IX centuries in the territory of South Wales. Scientists believe that the breed originated around the 500s. ad. The ancestors of modern animals were stunted and straight-haired.

Dogs owe their name to their place of origin (Pembrokeshire county), while Welsh is translated as "Welsh". Corgi, according to existing opinions, can be regarded as a "dwarf", "guard", "dog". The dogs, which had small limbs, lived in the south of Wales more than a thousand years ago. They were actively used as herding dogs when pasturing ponies and sheep.

Those animals were distinguished by the ability to independently lead herds to pastures and, if necessary, to drive not only wolves, but also robbers. In the evenings, the dogs returned the flock to the fold. Often, dogs coped with these tasks alone, providing invaluable assistance to the shepherds. Later, the corgi began to guard the geese and ducks.

Thanks to the guarding and shepherd qualities of the dog, they gained a high value, and they were much more valued than the yard hunting dogs. Later, a compilation of laws of the King of Wea Hival the Good was compiled.

Corgi accompanied the birds and animals to the city markets, and the percentage of losses of wayward birds with such accompaniment was minimal. The dogs did not bark in vain, and therefore neither birds nor animals were nervous, they coped with their tasks almost as well as their owner.

The small length of the paws could be associated with the mutation, however, there is a perception that this resulted in the crossing of the Welsh with the Walhundas. In addition, it is likely that the mating used shipperke, which explains the fact of short tail in the DNA of dogs. Due to the separation of Pembrokeshire from Cardiganshire by a mountain range, the crossing of dogs was closely related. This was the reason for fixing their signs of the exterior.

In 1925, dogs debuted at an exhibition event in England. The British Kennel Club divided corgi into two types in 1934. Their popularity was due to the fact that they were the favorites of the crowned family. In 1933, future King George VI presented his daughters with a Pembroke puppy. From now on and to this day, the pets of this breed became the permanent inhabitants of Buckingham Palace, at the same time today the 14th generation of these pets lives in the palace.

To date, these dogs in our country do not have much distribution.In other countries, they are actively used for surveillance, because dogs can take a trail, regardless of the type of base, whether it is asphalt or concrete. Today, with the appropriate course of study, they become first-class snoopers.

Welsh Corgi Pembroke is a small squat type of dog. However, despite this, it does not create the impression of a decorative animal. Her powerful body is stretched, her upper body is flat, the chest is wide. With a small weight the dog looks strong, which is not hampered by a funny smile. Because of her, the animal received the nickname "smile dog".

It has the power and strength, the shape of the head tends to be a fox, the length of the body is usually 40% longer compared to the height of the withers to the floor. The cranium of the thoroughbred is broad and flattened between the ears. The proportions of the muzzle to the skull are equal to the ratio of 3: 5 with a noticeable narrowing to the nose. These dogs are characterized by a moderately pronounced transition from the frontal part to the muzzle.

The nose is painted black, the eyes are slanting brown, small, framed by dark, almost black eyelids. The animal’s eyes are meaningful and often interested. The coat in comparison with cardigans is longer, points with sharp contours can be observed on the face, limbs and sternum. The length of the paws is small, and this is the main drawback of animals, as it negatively affects their working qualities.

The ears of these animals are small, have a vertical setting and somewhat rounded ends. The jaws of the representatives of the breed are massive, have a pronounced scissor bite. The inner region of the upper incisors touches the outer region of the lower ones. Overshot or undershot are considered vices. The lips are black, with a tight fit, rather dry.

The neck of the Pembroke is moderately long, somewhat curved, dryish, smoothly passing into the shoulders. The standard allows for an insignificant cross-leg behind the withers associated with a difference in length and weight of the coat. The base of the tail is in a single plane with the level of the top line. The body is medium, sternum ovoid, deep. It falls between the forelimbs, the waist is proportional, not short.

Thanks to the oval shape, the chest allows the animal greater freedom of movement. It depends on the basis of the length of the body, support for the back and the right type of waist. If the loin, not supported by the bone structure, is rather weak, the dog does not withstand physical exertion. The tail of the dog is usually docked as short as possible.

If puppies are born short-tailed and the length of the tail does not exceed 5 cm, this is perfectly acceptable for the exterior. However, if he turns up, then outwardly it spoils the top line. Coupling is carried out in such a way that in the end there remains no bulges. The forearms of the purebred pembroke are turned inward, the distance between the wrists is small.

As for color, it can be different. Today it can be varieties:

• sable with white;
• black tricolor;
• bright red with white, with a cream mask;
• pale yellow brown with white;
• auburn with white.

The colors of these dogs can be bright and golden. Markings can be placed on the face, chest and limbs. It is the features of color and create the appearance of a dog smile, which is explained by the contrasting stroke of the mouth. Considering that stopping in some countries is currently prohibited, the number of dogs with tails is increasing, and it is the tail that makes them look like a fox.

The coat of these dogs has a short undercoat. However, the coat itself is resistant to getting wet, the length of wool is approximately the same as that of ordinary shepherd dogs. Wool has a silky structure, with proper care, it is shiny. However, washing these dogs is often highly undesirable.

As for the defects of the pembrokes, then they include the wrong set of tail, excessive in depth of the chest, interfering with the movements of the dog. Also, representatives of the breed who have revealed an excessively high position of the rear part or an excessive slope of the upper line are disqualified.

The life span of the Welsh Corgi Pemborc is on average 9–12 years. However, depending on different conditions, it can be increased or decreased. For example, unlike traditional shepherd dogs, these dogs cannot be kept outside, and even more so, on a leash. A poor environmental background in a particular region where a pet is kept may decrease life expectancy.

In addition, the decisive factor playing on life expectancy is care. It is no secret that the breeder must be strong-willed and mandatory. In the absence of due attention and care, the dog becomes weaker and loses meaning in training and training. It is important to monitor the state of her health, in time to carry out anti-parasitic treatment.

Do not disregard the rules of basic hygiene. Moreover, special attention should be paid to the correct selection of food, its dosage and time of feeding. These dogs are prone to obesity, which leads to disruption of motor activity and increase the load on short limbs. Regular check-ups for them are a must.

Some representatives of the breed live to 14 years. As for females, much depends on the frequency of matings and the health of the bitch after them. Individual breeders use dogs as incubators for their enrichment.

The size of the velie corgi pembork is smaller than that of cardigans. The overall size range can vary from 9 to 13 kg with height at withers from 25 to 30 cm. However, these characteristics may vary depending on the class of the animal and its gender. Body weight in these dogs is proportional to height and, on average, females can reach 12.7 kg. Males weigh more: in some cases their weight can reach up to 14 kg.

Representatives of the exhibition class breed differ in both weight and height from their traditional counterparts. For example, the weight of the masks participating in exhibitions, usually does not exceed 11.4 kg. Males can weigh a little more: their weight for exhibitions can reach the size of a large female, amounting to no more than 12.4 kg. Low weight for exhibition events is unacceptable, which must be taken into account when buying a purebred puppy of the desired show class.

The weight of the babies can be seen in the table. The data are approximate and may vary depending on the gender and class of a particular animal. The weight of a purebred pet can vary in the range of 10-15.5 from the permissible standard, but no more.

The average weight of a puppy of Corgi-Pembroke by month

The Welsh Corgi Pembroke is considered to be an intelligent and consistent dog. He will not foolishly crawl under the feet of his masters, will not beg for attention or affection. This dog knows its value and behaves according to its status. It belongs to the thinking animals, which for a normal existence requires brain training. In addition, the pembroke should always be in business.

Someone thinks that Pembrokes are born clowns, because they can charge any person with positive energy. They do not sit idle, try not to waste their time, they are considered full members of the family in which they live.They are characterized by such character traits as courage, sociability, sociability and tirelessness. In addition, these dogs are not at all aggressive and at every opportunity like to show their friendly attitude to all members of the household.

Some representatives of the breed try to take care of their owners and all who live with them in the same dwelling. They are sensitive and sincere, get along well with everyone. These animals are trying to prevent the emergence of conflict situations, even among themselves males rarely fight seriously. Their love will be enough for all households, but they often demonstrate greater loyalty and affection to the owner, who pays them more attention.

They respond to caress with caress, but if necessary, they can use their artistic abilities to achieve what they want. At the same time they will try to present everything as if the owner himself wants to please them (for example, with a snack, a game, another walk). They are very charming and know about it, not everyone can resist their cunning.

At the same time, vigilance is inherent in the pembrokes - having excellent hearing, they can, if necessary, show guard qualities. Courage and determination they do not hold: this type of corgi in the soul feels like a huge dog in a small body. Potential as required, they can be different, and the type of speech, as noted by breeders, in different cases, dogs vary. Those who enter the house, they try to welcome cordially, not forgetting to pay attention to how people treat the owners.

In relation to aggressive aliens, individuals may respond with aggression. The same applies to rare animals that are in conflict. In such cases, dog aggression is a kind of response to aggression. As for the relationship with the owners, the corgi are sometimes dependent on people. If the dog is petted, with a lack of attention, it can become depressed.

These pets adore children and are ready to play for a long time, they are reverent towards them and are ready to protect them from everything dangerous. Their energy is enough for games with older children, who understand how to treat a dog.

However, it is undesirable to leave babies with corgi, since the dog may inadvertently touch the baby and thus frighten it.

These dogs feel fine mood of their owners. They do not climb to people when they are irritated and can support a person if he is sad. In view of this particular feature, many breeders like these animals and often become companions of people of different age categories. You can keep them in private houses and apartments.

However, as practice shows, they feel better in private homes, because it is here that the dogs have greater access to fresh air and walks. With regard to climatic conditions, the corgi worse tolerate heat than cold or even frost. Most of them can adapt to different climatic background of the region.

An interesting nuance of these pets is the fact that they have a sense of humor, which is even recorded in their standard. Separate individuals are able to make fun by entertaining others. However, this does not mean that you can laugh at the dog. The blood of ancient shepherds flows in its veins; without training, an animal can be anything but fluffy and not docile.

Like any other breed, welshish-korgpembrokie dogs have advantages and disadvantages.Their knowledge will allow a potential breeder to understand whether he needs a pet of this particular breed, whether he will cope with it, be able to realize himself as a caring owner, providing the necessary care. The positive aspects of the breed include:

• small dimensions;
• cheerful attitude;
• dedication to its owner;
• playfulness and tirelessness;
• good learning;
• activity and sociability;
• sociability and livability.

The disadvantages of these animals include:

• predisposition to hereditary diseases;
• the need for daily walking;
• stubbornness and molting;
• complex grooming;
• mating assistance;
• the complexity of childbirth (the need for cesarean section);
• uncontrollability of emotions with excitement (they can slightly bite the legs from excess of feelings).

The disadvantages of individuals can be attributed to their increased interest in different things. For example, it may be cords and wires, shoes or other items. Usually this is characteristic of puppies and passes with age. Puppies quickly get used to going to the toilet on the street, but because most of the disadvantages of this type passes by the age of six months.

Choosing a Welsh Corgi Pembroke puppy is not so simple for a number of reasons. It is necessary to find a proven nursery with a good reputation, in which bitches are given time to restore the body before each viscous and childbirth. To date breeders have pages in social networks where a potential buyer has the opportunity to look after the puppy, see how it is kept, what its mother looks like. Moreover, breeders actively share tips on care and maintenance.

Based on this information, you can make an approximate opinion on the choice of the nursery, which is best to go with a specialist who understands the exterior. Dogs are divided into two types: companions and elite. The second category of puppies is more expensive, but if a puppy is bought for further breeding, a specialist with a purchase is required. To buy a fluffy (puppies of a full-fledged type, but with a marriage by wool) in this case is not worth it. These puppies are poorly protected from cold and water, such a coat is prone to rolling into mats, snow sticks to it.

When buying, you can pay attention to the cost of puppies. For example, ordinary puppies from private traders cost from 25,000 rubles, individuals of the pet class stand from 30,000 rubles. Prices in kennels are much higher: here a purebred puppy of a show class costs at least 60,000 rubles.

It is dangerous to buy a puppy from private owners by the fact that the buyer may slip an individual with defects or of an unbreeding type. Save on the purchase does not work, because the lower the price, the worse the class of the animal. A thoroughbred baby in the nursery has documentation (veterinary passport and pedigree). The more generations indicated in the pedigree, the better.

As a rule, in kennels, puppies at the time of purchase have already received the necessary vaccination. If the buyer is not closely faced with the purchase of such dogs, without a specialist, he will not do. Under the guise of flaffie, dishonest sellers can sell a regular mongrel or half-breed to the buyer.

It is necessary to look after a moderately active puppy with a correct gait. If he has bad, stuck wool, it indicates bad content. At the same time, the puppy must be socialized. Building relationships, the beginnings of games and training for the bowl are key selection criteria. If he is lazy, does not react at all and does not show even the slightest interest in the future owner, it makes no sense to buy it.

Buying a Corgi puppy will require advance preparation and careful analysis. The buyer must soberly assess their chances as a dog breeder.The degree of activity and good nature of the animal, its health and life expectancy will depend on it. The dog will have to spend a lot of time, and not only as walking the toilet and rare communication. It is necessary to deal with corgi-pembroke every day, talking with him, training, educating, socializing.

You need to raise the corgi from the youngest claws. By nature, these animals do not tend to dominate, but if the owner in the process of training and education shows rudeness, inconsistency and aggression, they will not obey him. If the puppy bites the feet of the households playing with it from an excess of emotions, this behavior should be stopped immediately. Thus, the dog can drive the "herd" (a couple of households or children in the yard) into a single mass.

Given that these animals need physical activity, training can and should be combined with the game form. For example, pets master teams fairly quickly and learn various tricks if freestyle, agility, obedience become a form of learning. However, the breeder during training will have to include all his imagination, since dogs do not like to play the same game for a long time.

They may lose interest, but because the animal gets bored constantly perform the same thing. He needs to move forward both in games and in his development. Training is built as a consistent game in which the exercises are constantly changing, and a quiet and gentle voice is chosen as the basis for tactics. Yelling at a pet and demanding something from him is useless; you can't beat him and scold him with rude words for an unfulfilled command. The owner's voice should be firm, so the dog listens better.

At the same time, it is sometimes difficult to teach an animal of a given breed to be obedient in everyday life. This may be due to selective hearing. For example, the dog perfectly hears the sound of fallen bread crumbs, located at a great distance from him, however, if the owner shouts at him beside him, while he is interested in an object, the pet may not hear the cry. This dog is always ready for behavior correction, and if the owner does not cope with it, then the dog handler will correct the shortcomings of the upbringing in a short time.

Encourage animal commands and tricks can be done with all sorts of goodies. Dogs love it and are ready to serve their caregiver to enjoy something delicious. From time to time they need to communicate with their own kind.

Things for the animal are selected based on age, degree of activity and lifestyle. For example, if the owner likes to travel, you can buy not only a standard set (muzzle and leash) for your pet, but also a cage. It is used for air travel. If the dog will be accustomed to it from childhood, on a trip he will not give his master any trouble. The collar is selected by age, the leash may vary in length. As a rule, the first accessory should be longer; as you learn, its length is reduced.

In order for an animal to quickly understand the rules established in the house and learn how to follow them without fail, it must have its place and dishes. A pet bed is picked up according to its age: for example, it will be difficult for a puppy to get into his house or lounger if he has high sides. The inner part of the lounger can be unfastened, moderately hard, or, conversely, soft. So that the baby does not have the opportunity to gnaw and carry her around the house, it is preferable to start by choosing an option that will not slide over the floor covering.

Having your own bed will exclude the possibility of the dog perception of the master furniture as its own. In addition, she will know that this is her place that no one will touch. As you grow older, the bench can be replaced with a new, larger size.In the presence of high sides the dog will be able to store in it the favorite toys. By the way, he considers all kinds of balls to be the best toys, he is able to play with them for a long time, including on walks and trainings.

The dishes in the animal must be its own, made of moderately heavy material so that the dog does not pull it around the house, licking the remnants of food. His bowl should be at least three: for food, water and “sour milk”. At the same time, the dog needs a small bowl so that a portion of food can fit within about half the volume.

Often caring owners get their pets clothes. To date In the assortment of specialized stores, you can find different elements of a dog outfit. For example, it can be various models of vests, overalls, as well as sweaters and sweatshirts. Some products have hoods, others are made of waterproof textiles, which allows for walks or to go to the toilet in bad weather.

Products vary in seasonality, some of them are suitable for autumn and spring, others are designed for winter walking. Other options are designed more for photo shoots than for permanent wear. As a rule, such items include themed costumes (for example, Santa Clauses, New Year's deer, princesses). Separate breeders buy handcuffs for their pets, preventing contamination and cracking of paw pads.

It is necessary to look after a pet every day, without forgetting to pay attention to its inspection after each walk. This will prevent the spread of fleas or inflammation from tick bites. In addition, it is important to assess the condition of the paw pads. From time to time, a puppy and an adult dog should be taken to a veterinarian for scheduled checkups. Their multiplicity is selected individually, taking into account the genetics and general health of a particular individual.

Given that dogs of this breed often love to gnaw something, this feature of behavior can be used for dental hygiene. Pets can buy edible toys that help clean the teeth. In addition, they must have their own toothbrushes, as well as zoos. Those used by people are completely unsuitable for dogs and, if ingested, can be harmful to health.

Dog hygiene is an essential criterion for its health. It is important to monitor the condition of the ears, eyes, teeth and claws. In addition, it is necessary to comb out dead wool that impede the growth of new ones. During molting, the combing rate is 2 to 3 times a week. The rest of the time, it is enough to comb the dog's coat once every 7 days in order to prevent the formation of a slide into mats.

It is impossible to wash corgi too often, as it breaks the layer of natural protection, washing it off from hairs and integuments. Too frequent use of zooshampoo may cause a change in the hair structure, and if this does not fit the dog's shampoo, it can weaken the hair follicles. Wipe or wash their paws after each walk is a must. And it's not so much about saving the house from dirty paws, but about the hygiene of the paw pads.

Nails need to be cut as they grow, cutting off their length by no more than 1 mm. Individual dogs do not need this at all, as their claws are erased. If you find an unpleasant smell from the ears, redness or inflammation, you should immediately consult a doctor. The same rule applies to the eyes: at the slightest hint of inflammation, you must show the animal to a specialist. Antiparasitic treatment should be carried out according to the vaccination schedule.

Pembroke's appetite is excellent, so he can eat more often than the prescribed number of feedings per day.In order to prevent overeating, it is necessary to break the daily rate into the number of feedings and clean the bowl after the pet eats until the next meal time. You can feed both a puppy and an adult dog with ready-made granulated food or natural food. Products such as sausages, sausages, sweets, chocolates, buns from the diet should be excluded.

Other breeders prefer to feed their corgi with canned food. However, whatever type of feeding is taken as a basis for the diet, it is important that it be balanced, saturated not only with protein, but also with vitamins and minerals. When choosing a natural food vitamins give the pet an extra. The type of feeding is selected based on the free time of the breeder.

For example, the finished product with granules is good because at the proper level of quality it is balanced, concentrated and has everything you need, including meat, vitamins and vegetables. To buy for these dogs you need premium food or holistic. When buying, you need to pay attention to the variety of taste, as the monotonous food can quickly bore.

When natural food is chosen as the basis for the nutritional ration, it is necessary to ensure that it contains about 40% protein (fish or raw meat). Also, the dog needs and cereals (buckwheat and rice). In addition, it is important to ensure that she ate fermented milk products (kefir, cottage cheese). You can diversify the diet with boiled eggs and vegetables, which can be both raw and boiled.

It can be carrots, zucchini, potatoes, beets, sweet peppers. In addition to them, it is necessary to give the animal vegetable oil (olive or sunflower). Its use will contribute to improving the appearance of wool. Salty foods and seasonings are contraindicated in this breed.

Welsh Corgi Pembroke is considered one of the best companion dogs. This is indicated by feedback from the owners of these animals. According to the breeders, these dogs are almost always on the positive wave, they are able to cheer up the owners and mourn with them if necessary, what touches the household to the depths of the soul. They are really active, have excellent appetite, are well trained in various sports disciplines. These dogs are happy to join their owner's runs, at the same time tactfulness and patience are inherent in them.

As for the negative aspects, they include the difficulty of choosing a puppy from a genetic point of view. For example, breeders include eye diseases (including lens shift, retinal atrophy, and cataracts) as the genetic defects of these animals. In addition, they are characterized by problems such as diseases of the cervical discs (this can be both a malformation and degeneration).

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