Breed : Herding
Weight: Male: 25-30; Female: 24-28 lbs
Height: 10-12 inches
Color(s): Sable, fawn, red, black and tan with or without white markings.
Corgi Breed Information:
Recognized as cattle herders and protectors of homes, the Corgi breed is believed to have originated in Wales. Corgi is a fit and healthy breed, but may suffer from a few hereditary diseases. This breed gained notability and became famous, probably, because of Queen Elizabeth II who used to keep at least four corgis.
Corgi Health and Diseases:
Corgi breed is one of the healthiest and long-living breed, living for nearly 12 to 15 years. However, it has a few diseases associated with it which includes:
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy
- Hip dysplasia
- Epilepsy
- Von Willebrand’s disease
- Spinal problems