Welsh Corgi
The Welsh Corgi is a small herding breed from Wales, recognized by its short legs, elongated body, and lively personality. The breed comes in two varieties: Pembroke and Cardigan. Corgis are energetic, intelligent, and loyal, responding very well to training.
Weight
11–17 kg
Height at withers
25–32 cm
Life expectancy
12–17 years
Size
small
Activity
high
Shedding
high
Barking tendency
high
Apartment friendly
Corgis can live in an apartment provided they receive sufficient daily exercise; they have a tendency to bark, which should be considered in multi-unit housing
Care
Brush 2–3 times a week, daily during shedding season; brush teeth 2–3 times a week; 2–3 walks per day of 40–60 minutes each; monitor weight and diet carefully
Health
Degenerative myelopathy, hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, obesity, von Willebrand's disease
Coat
Medium-length double coat with a dense undercoat, weather-resistant
Travel
Corgis travel well with proper preparation; bring water and familiar food; take breaks every 2–3 hours; for air travel, check airline-specific rules as the dog's weight typically exceeds in-cabin limits
Carrier size
Corgis generally do not qualify for in-cabin carriers due to their weight and size; cargo-hold travel or a large carrier (size L) is required; minimum internal dimensions approx. 60×40×40 cm
Harness size
Harness size M or L depending on chest girth (typically 50–65 cm); an H-style or Y-style harness is recommended for proper load distribution
Leash
A 1.5–2 m nylon or leather leash; a retractable leash may be used in parks, but a fixed leash is preferred in the city to control this active dog
Airline cabin travel
usually not
Hani Walk — walk tracking, a digital pet passport and vaccination reminders, always at hand in the app.