Cardigan Welsh Corgi dog breed sitting down against a white background
Cardigan Welsh Corgi dog breed sitting down against a white background

Traits and Characteristics

type

Herding

weight

33 to 40 pounds

height

12 inches

family

Livestock

Traits and Characteristics

type

Herding

weight

33 to 40 pounds

height

12 inches

family

Livestock

Short and sturdy with distinctive ears, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is heavy-boned but agile. They used to work as cattle drivers, relying on powerful endurance to get the job done. Small in size, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi dog has a double coat and a watchful, gentle, and friendly expression.

  • Energy Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Exercise Requirementslevel 3 in 5

  • Playfulnesslevel 3 in 5

  • Affection Levellevel 3 in 5

  • Friendliness to Dogslevel 2 in 5

  • Friendliness to Other Petslevel 4 in 5

  • Friendliness to Strangerslevel 3 in 5

  • Watchfulnesslevel 4 in 5

  • Ease of Traininglevel 4 in 5

  • Grooming Requirementslevel 1 in 5

  • Heat Sensitivitylevel 3 in 5

  • Vocalitylevel 5 in 5

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