Pembroke corgi standing on grass, facing. Pembrokeshire Wales UK 120993_Corgy
The Welsh corgi is a small type of herding dog that originated in Wales. Two distinct breeds are recognized: the Pembroke Welsh corgi and the Cardigan Welsh corgi, with the Pembroke being the more common. The difference between the two breeds include bone structure, body length, and size. Cardigans are the larger of the two breeds, with large rounded ears and a foxy, flowing tail of moderate length set in line with the body. Though it is allowed more colours than the Pembroke, white should not predominate the coat. The Cardigan is a double-coated dog where the outer coat is dense, slightly harsh in texture, and of medium length. The dog's undercoat is short, soft, and thick. The breed stands about 12 inches at the shoulder and weighs about 14 kg. The Cardigan is sturdy, tough, mobile, alert, active, intelligent, steady, and neither shy nor aggressive. Pembrokes feature pointed ears and are somewhat smaller in stature than the Cardigan. Considered a practical dog, they are low-set, strong and sturdy with stamina sufficient to work a day on the farm. The dog's head is fox-like and the tail short, which can be accomplished through breeding or docking. Historically, the Pembroke was a breed with a natural bob tail (a very short tail), and today, if the Pembroke has a tail at all, it is usually curly. Pembroke's stand from 10 inches to 12 inches and weigh approximately 13 kg. Corgis are herding dogs and perform their duties by nipping at the heels. As herding dogs, corgis work livestock differently than other breeds. Instead of gathering the cattle the way a Collie would, by running around the livestock, corgis drive the herd forward by nipping at their heels and working them from behind in semicircles. Seldom giving ground, if an animal should turn and charge, the corgi will bite its nose, causing it to turn and rejoin the herd. Although they specialize in herding cattle, corgis are also used to herd sheep and Welsh ponies.
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