Cardigan Welsh Corgi — breed guide
The corgi with a tail, and the older of the two corgi breeds.
At a glance
- Group
- herding
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 11–17 kg (24–37 lb)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Coat
- Medium double coat
Living with a Cardigan Welsh Corgi
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Regular grooming — brushing a few times a week.
- Heavy shedding, especially in season.
- Quick to learn.
- Vocal when there is a reason.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Typically lives happily with a cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Handles cold well.
Temperament
Steady · Clever · Watchful · Affectionate
Health to watch
- Intervertebral disc disease
- Hip dysplasia
- Progressive retinal atrophy
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Cardigan Welsh Corgi good with kids?
Generally yes. Cardigan Welsh Corgis are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Cardigan Welsh Corgi good with cats?
Usually yes. Cardigan Welsh Corgis typically settle well with a resident cat — introduce them slowly and give the cat a high perch and a way out of the room.
How much exercise does a Cardigan Welsh Corgi need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Cardigan Welsh Corgi handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Cardigan Welsh Corgi's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.