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A small dog with a big personality. Corgis are often described as a cross between a cruise line director and a school hall monitor. Similar to other members of the herding dog group, they can be a little bossy. But due to their small stature, the breed generally adapts well to almost any living situation, making them a favorite for dog-owners.
History of the breed. The word corgi means "dwarf dog" in Welsh, and they have short legs allowing them to duck kicks from cattle that might knock a taller dog down. They are tough, surprisingly agile, and practically rainproof because of their double coat. According to Welsh myth, they were bred in the woods by fairies who rode them into battle and the patch of white fur on the back of their necks is thought to be a fairy saddle. They have a documented history going back a thousand years, but were popularized by Queen Elizabeth II, who has owned more than 30 corgis during her reign. The breed was even only recognized by the American Kennel Club and the Kennel Club UK in 1934 because the then young princess was gifted one and royalty couldn’t have an unregistered dog. It has only been within the last hundred years that the differences between the Pembroke and Cardigan have been recognized; before they were classified under the same breed as Welsh Corgi.
Today corgis are social media darlings and a popular choice for a pet. There are growing number corgi cafés worldwide and many major cities hold annual "Corgi Meetups" in which hundreds of dogs and their owners congregate to spend the day.
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Learn more about the breed on the American Kennel Club website.