There are two types of Welsh Corgis, namely Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Cardigan Welsh Corgi. These two were interbred in 1930’s. They may have been brought to Wales by the Vikings in the 800’s or the Celts in 1200 BC. Corgi means dog in Celtic. It is also possible that the Flemish weavers took them in the 1100’s.
The breed was developed in Pembrokeshire, Wales and was used to drive the cattle by barking. They could avoid cattle’s kicks because the dogs are so low to the ground. Welsh Corgis were herding sheep, geese, ducks, horses and cattle and is considered as one of the oldest breed of the herding dogs. They have proven themselves as great companions and exceptional competitors in sheepdog trials and dog agility.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis may be offspring of Swedish Vallhund Dogs, Schipperke Pomeranian and other Spitz-type dogs. They are continuously becoming more popular in the US and ranked as 22nd in the American Kennel Club registrations in the year 2006.
It is said that this is Queen Elizabeth’s favorite breed and owned 17.
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