Sunrise Corgis

Ancestors of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi are believed to have come to Wales with Flemish weavers around the 1100s. Believed to have developed from the Cardigan Corgi, the Pembroke Corgi was named for Pembrokeshire in Wales where the breed was stabilized.  The Corgi interbred with local herding dogs and became an efficient herder of cattle and other livestock. Today the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is most visible as the almost constant companion of British royalty.  

Although 'corgi' is Welsh for tiny dog, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi stands up to 12 inches tall at the shoulder. Unlike his cousin, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, the Pembroke's tail is either non-existent or docked. His medium-long coat is straight and water-resistant, but sheds a lot. It comes in red, fawn, black and tan, or sable, with or without white markings.  

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a loyal, affectionate, playful, busy little dog. He makes a good family pet if he is not left alone for long periods. He is also good with children as long as he is not unduly teased. This is a herding dog and his natural instinct will be to nip at people's heels. Early and firm training should curb this tendency. He is intelligent, obedient, and a quick learner which makes him easy to train. 

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi packs a good-sized bark for his size! This makes him a good watch dog but may aggravate neighbors, especially for apartment-dwellers. The Corgi is very active and should have room to run around or should be exercised every day. This will help protect him against a tendency to become overweight.