Cardigan Welsh Corgi

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Cardigan Welsh Corgi
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Cardigan Welsh Corgi Dog
 

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is an affectionate and loving dog. With a high degree of intelligence, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a responsive and gentle nature. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi breed does have a tendency to nip, but their high intelligence and the fact that they are quick to learn makes them easy to train. A Cardigan Welsh Corgi will be just as suited to an inexperienced owner as an experienced one. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi dogs have plenty of spirit and energy, and are keen, enthusiastic, and eager. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is responsive and obedient, but also independent, with a mind of his own. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi can be nippers, but this is part of their herding instinct and occurs when they try and 'herd' people together.
 
 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi will usually get along well with children, especially older, more considerate children. When it comes to other pets, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi does need early socialization, particularly with cats, as one of his primary tasks used to be chase stray cats away. However, a well socialized Cardigan Welsh Corgi should get along fine with other family dogs. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is reserved but polite when it comes to strangers and guests. He can make an effective watch because of his tendency to bark and raise the alarm if something is amiss. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is a dependable and reliable that can make a very good family pet.
 
 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi Dog
 The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is not as popular as his cousin the Pembroke Welsh Corgi dog  yet he makes an excellent pet who is loyal, affectionate and good with children. He is intelligent and easy to train but needs a firm hand when it comes to nipping. Wary of strangers and possessive of his owner's property he makes a good watch dog. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi likes to keep busy. An even temper and adaptability are his best qualities.
 
 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Skills
 The name "Corgi" comes from two words in Welsh; "Cor" for dwarf (or perhaps "cur" for working dog) and "gi" (with a hard "G" sound) for dog. The Cardigan Welsh Corgi has a heritage as companions and protectors in driving cows and sheep on farms in Great

Britain. A good working Corgi was a valuable asset to the farmer. After tending the herd during the day, the farmer brought his Corgi into the home at night where he became friend, protector and companion to the family and children. Today, the Corgi likes going along with his family on their activities and is an avid mouse catcher.
 
 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Personality
 Corgis are smart, brave, calm, and form a close bond with its family. This breed has been known to be somewhat reckless with other dogs. Early socialization is necessary in order for it to get along with cats and other household pets.
 
 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Exercise Needs
 The Welsh Corgi likes to be outdoors. They get enough exercise running about in your yard. It should be taken for long and varied walks and enjoys sporting activities such as playing catch with a Frisbee. They also get a lot of exercise playing about the house, especially if they have another or cat for a companion.
 
 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Living Conditions
 Cardigans are adaptable, living on country acreage or city apartments. They are ideal house pets and companion dogs, which means this breeds are meant to be with you. Dogs can be outside to exercise but brought in several times during the day. Cardigan breeds love to romp in the snow. As companion dogs, they love best being with you, especially if they can con you into sharing your lap.
 
 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Grooming Requirements
 The Cardigan only requires minimal grooming. The correct double coat repels dirt through routine brushing with a shedding blade, slicker brush or with a fine pin brush. Check the ears to keep them clean also, and trim the nails. Show dogs can have their feet trimmed to tidy the feet.
 
 Cardigan Welsh Corgi Health Issues
 The breed of Cardigans has a history of Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA). This disease in Cardigans usually has an early onset and can be determined by two years of age. Most Cardigans affected with PRA will be blind by three years of age. This is a seriously debilitating disease, but a continuing research is undertaken to increase longevity of the breed.

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