Pembroke Welsh Corgi

- FCI 39 . Sheepdogs

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Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed"Pembroke Welsh Corgi" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi (Corgi) It is a small dog native of Great Britain. He has served for centuries as a shepherd, still considered one of the oldest dogs of Great Britain. There is another Welsh race, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi of very similar characteristics, Although of larger size and long tail.

There are different theories about the origins of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. It is believed that the two varieties Corgi they are descended from the dog of the Visigoths who introduced the Vikings in Wales to 9th century. Or the Cardigan may be the oldest variety, introduced the Celts into Wales around the year 1200 (name Corgi proviene de la palabra celta «corgi» que significa «perro»).

According to other sources, the Pembroke variety was brought to Wales by Flemish weavers in the 12th century. Independently, What was the origin of the breed, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi was developed in Pembrokeshire) and it was used to guide cattle mordisqueando its paw and barking. The varieties Pembroke and Cardigan They interbred freely until the 1970s. 30. From then on, breeders attempted to emphasize their differences.

Another theory posits that the two varieties of Corgi have a common origin which is the cross between a Shetland Sheepdog and Sealyham terrier.

This race was used for grazing. The poor peasants of the time were allowed to pasture in the open fields of the Crown, this absence of fences put the cattle at risk of getting lost or dispersing and made a fast dog necessary, clever and who could move smoothly between the livestock. The Pembroke is this kind of dog, that pushes the cattle by the heels. His short height allowed him to run under cattle without being kicked.. It has evolved as a domestic animal, and it is the favorite breed of the English Royal family. It is a constant companion and an excellent guardian.

Although Cardigan Welsh Corgi and Pembroke they are relatives, his description of race is completely different. The Pembroke It is small in size, strong, robust Constitution, alert and active, It gives the impression of strength and stamina in a small body.

Head recalls by the shape and appearance to the Fox, with an expression alert and intelligent. The tail is short, preferably natural, When the puppies are not born rabones tail amputates almost completely.

The hair is fairly long and smooth, in various colors such as red, Jet, beige or black and Tan, usually with white spots, is a truly beautiful dog.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi average has a height of 25 to 30 cm., unato length of 30 to 38 cm and a weight of 11 to 14 kg. Their life expectancy is of 12 to 14 years.

In England the Corgi de Pembroke is much more popular than Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Perhaps the most obvious reason for that popularity is that Pembroke is the favorite of the royal family, in particular of Queen Elizabeth II. Outside of England the Cardigan is still less known than the Corgi.

It is a very active dog, but the tendency to have them as pets in small homes reduces its activity. If this excesses are added in their food taken quickly to obesity.

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is extremely intelligent and loving, with a great personality, very active and worker. Very adaptable to the farms and also, It is a perfect companion dog for children if it is treated properly and barks only occasionally..

An average dog requires of 150 to 300 grams of balanced commercial feed per day. A fairly common feature of Corgi is their voracity, leading you to overeat which makes you feel like you are never full; You must limit your intake.

By the length of the spine are particularly sensitive to overweight which can produce osteoarthritis that reduces your life expectancy and the quality of the same.

This race also has a tendency to hip dysplasia (polygenetic origin), the falls, retinal dysplasia, von Willebrand disease and degenerative myelopathy.

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 39
• Group 1: Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs (except Swiss Cattle Dogs).
• Section 1: Sheepdogs.. Without working trial..

Federations:

• – FCI – Group 1 Herding dogs, Section 1 Sheepdogs ⓘ
• – AKC – PASTORAGE ⓘ
• – ANKC – Group 5 (working dogs) ⓘ
• – CKC – Group 7 – Herding dogs ⓘ
• – ​KC – Pastoral ⓘ
• – NZKC – Working dog ⓘ
• – UKC – Herding dogs ⓘ

United Kingdom, Wales

4.11.2010

Use:

Shepherd dog.

General appearance:

It is a small dog, strong, robust Constitution, alert and active, It gives the impression of strength and stamina in a small body.

important proportions:

The length of the muzzle should be 3/5 the length of the skull.

Sociable and friendly, never nervous or aggressive.

Head:

The head resembles that of the fox due to its shape and appearance, with an expression alert and intelligent.

• Skull: The skull is quite wide and flattened between the ears.
• Depression links (Stop): Slightly marked.

facial region:

• Truffle: black.
• Snout: Narrowing slightly.
• Jaws / Teeth: Must have strong jaws, with healthy teeth, complete and scissor bite, that is to say, that the internal face of the upper incisors is in contact with the external face of the lower incisors, and well positioned in the jaws.
• Eyes: Well-placed, round, medium in size and brown in color that harmonizes with the mantle.
• Ears: Medium-sized, upright and slightly rounded. Si se traza una línea recta desde la punta de la nariz pasando por medio de los ojos y se continua, debería atravesar la punta de las orejas o ser tangente a ella.

Neck:

Moderately long.

Body:

The body is medium long, well sprung ribs, the lumbar region should not be short. Slightly tapered when viewed from above. Horizontal top line, the chest is broad and deep and well descended between the extremities.

Tail:

Short, naturally preferable.

• amputee: Short.
• Without amputating: Insertada al mismo nivel que la línea superior, carried low, not curled on the back. Llevada en la misma línea que el dorso en movimiento, low at rest. Too high or too low insertion is undesirable.

Tips

• Shoulder: Well bent backs, formando un ángulo de 90° con los brazos
• Arms: Arms conform to the shape of the chest.
• Elbows: The elbows close to the body, neither loose nor too tight.
• forearms: Short forearms and as straight as possible. Strong skeleton in all its extension to the feet.
• Previous feet: Oval; with strong fingers, well arched and together. The middle fingers slightly exceed the sides; the pads should be strong and well-rounded. Nails must be short.

• General appearance: Strong and flexible. Short hindquarters with good bones all the way to the feet..
• Knees: Well angulated.
• Hocks: Seen from behind they should be parallel.
• Hind feet: Oval; with strong fingers, well arched and together. The middle fingers slightly exceed the sides; the pads should be strong and well-rounded. The
  nails must be short.

Movement:

Your movement must be lively and lively, elbows neither loose nor too close together. The forelimbs should be directed forward, without lifting them much, en armonía con la acción propulsora de las extremidades posteriores.

Mantle

• Fur :Medium long, smooth and with a dense undercoat. It should never be smooth, wavy or very hard (wire).
• Color : Uniform colours: Red, carbonated leonado, black and tan, with or without white spots on the limbs, chest and neck. Small white spots are allowed on the head and forehead.

Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

Approximately between 25,4 and 30,5 cm..

Weight

• Males: Among 10 and 12 kg.
• females: Among 10 and 11 kg.

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and its severity is considered with respect to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog., and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task.

disqualifying fouls:

• Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
• Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.

• Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for breeding.

The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Pembroke, PWC, Pem, Corgi, Welsh Corgi (English).
2. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (French).
3. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (German).
4. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (Portuguese).
5. Welsh Corgi Pembroke (español).