# Pembroke Welsh Corgi (*Canis lupus familiaris*) A Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a short‑legged herding dog with big ears. It is smart, busy, and likes to ‘help’ by following along. - **Category:** [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/mammal) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Habitat:** Homes, farms, and parks - **Also known as:** Corgi ![Pembroke Welsh Corgi](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771426334/objects/4416.jpg) ## Appearance The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a sturdy, low-set dog with short legs and a long body. It has a fox-like head, erect ears, and a thick double coat that comes in red, sable, fawn, or black and tan, often with white markings. They typically have a naturally bobbed or very short tail. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Mammalia - **Order:** Carnivora - **Family:** Canidae - **Genus:** Canis ## Interesting facts - Corgi is Welsh for "dwarf dog," describing their famously short legs! - Many Corgis have a distinct "fairy saddle" pattern on their backs. - Queen Elizabeth II owned over 30 Corgis during her long reign! - They are famous for their signature "Corgi butt" waddle when they run. ## Special abilities - **Heel Nippers:** Pembroke Welsh Corgi can nip at the heels of larger animals because of their low stature, a skill that helps them herd cattle efficiently. - **Agile Dodger:** Pembroke Welsh Corgi has surprising agility despite their short legs that helps them quickly maneuver and avoid kicks from livestock. - **Big Bark Alarm:** Pembroke Welsh Corgi can bark loudly and persistently, a trait that helps them alert their owners to visitors or potential threats. - **Clever Problem Solver:** Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a smart brain that helps them quickly learn new commands and figure out tricky puzzles. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 25-30 cm - **Weight:** 10-14 kg - **Lifespan:** 12-15 years - **Speed:** 30 km/h - **Litter Size:** 6-8 - **Gestation:** 58-68 days ## Diet & Feeding Corgis are usually fed specially formulated dog food by their human families. - **Age differences:** null - **Primary Foods:** Dog kibble, Wet dog food, Cooked meats, Certain vegetables - **Foraging Method:** Null ## Ecological connections - **Depends on:** [Human](https://www.snappit.app/explore/human) (*Homo sapiens*) — Corgis rely on humans for food, shelter, and companionship. - **Parasitizes:** Canine Roundworm (*Toxocara canis*) — This common intestinal parasite can live inside Corgis. - **Parasitizes:** Cat Flea (*Ctenocephalides felis*) — Fleas can infest Corgis, feeding on their blood. ## Traits - [Wildlife](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wildlife): Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats. - [Furry](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/furry): Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur. - [Social](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/social): Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring. - [Omnivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/omnivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter. - [Domesticated](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/domesticated): Domesticated refers to species that have been selectively bred and tamed by humans for specific purposes. ## Collections - [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/mammals) ## Safety **Danger:** 2/5 · Low Walk, don’t chase—herding dogs can try to herd running kids. Play fetch instead. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Compare ears, muzzle, tail, feet and coat markings. Size is hard to judge without something nearby for scale, and young mammals may not have adult coloring yet. Mammal Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is Pembroke Welsh Corgi? 25-30 cm ### How much does Pembroke Welsh Corgi weigh? 10-14 kg ### How long does Pembroke Welsh Corgi live? 12-15 years ### How fast can Pembroke Welsh Corgi move? 30 km/h ### What does Pembroke Welsh Corgi eat? Corgis are usually fed specially formulated dog food by their human families. ### Where is Pembroke Welsh Corgi usually found? Homes, farms, and parks ### How does Pembroke Welsh Corgi hunt? Null ## More Mammals - [Eastern Fox Squirrel](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-fox-squirrel) (*Sciurus niger*) - [Eastern Cottontail](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-cottontail) (*Sylvilagus floridanus*) - [Eastern Chipmunk](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-chipmunk) (*Tamias striatus*) - [California Ground Squirrel](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-ground-squirrel) (*Otospermophilus beecheyi*) --- Source: [Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/pembroke-welsh-corgi)