Cardigan Welsh Corgis, like their kin, the Pembroke Welsh Corgis, are sweet-natured pups who like to herd cattle (or humans) but, if they can’t, are quite content being your very best pal. Cardis are easy to train, good companions, and love being around kids. They even play well with other animals too! They are sturdy like their cousin, the Pembroke, with a long body and stout legs, as well as a deep chest. They are built this way to be able to nip cattle on the heel and avoid getting booted by one.
One quick to know the difference between a Cardigan Welsh Corgi and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi is by the tail: Cardis have one, Pembrokes don’t! This breed of dog comes from Cardiganshire, Wales. Historians believe they were brought down to Wales by ancient Celts sometime 3000 years ago. Nonetheless, Cardis were confirmed cattle herders in Wales at least 1000 years ago.
Cardis love and need activity, with an incredible love of the outdoors, to keep them physically and mentally satisfied. As active and resourceful as Cardis are bred to be, they remain faithful, bright, kind dogs genuinely up for anything.
Daily kibble serving
1-2 cups
Daily exercise
2-3 hours
Grooming frequency
Brushed Daily
Corgis are known to gain weight very easily so monitoring and thoughtfully feeding your Cardi is important. Cardigan Welsh Corgis need high quality dog food to keep up with their high activity, along with fresh water at all times for hydration. Breaking a meal into two smaller ones spaced out during the day will ensure proper nutrition and consumption for your Cardi. This also means watching the treats during training (and when your Cardi is being a good boy!) If you can’t feel your Cardigan Welsh Corgi’s ribs, then it may be at risk of being overweight.