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A Breed Standard is the guideline which describes the ideal characteristics, temperament and appearance of a breed and ensures that the breed is fit for function. Absolute soundness is essential. Breeders and judges should at all times be careful to avoid obvious conditions or exaggerations which would be detrimental in any way to the health, welfare or soundness of this breed. From time to time certain conditions or exaggerations may be considered to have the potential to affect dogs in some breeds adversely, and judges and breeders are requested to refer to the Kennel Club website for details of any such current issues. If a feature or quality is desirable it should only be present in the right measure.

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General Appearance
Low set, strong, sturdily built, alert and active, giving impression of substance and stamina in small space.

Characteristics
Bold in outlook, workmanlike.

Temperament
Outgoing and friendly, never nervous or aggressive.

Head and Skull
Head foxy in shape and appearance, with alert, intelligent expression, skull fairly wide and flat between ears, moderate amount of stop. Length of foreface to be in proportion to skull 3 : 5. Muzzle slightly tapering. Nose black.

Eyes
Well set, round, medium size, brown, blending with colour of coat.

Ears
Pricked, medium-sized, slightly rounded. Line drawn from tip of nose through eye should, if extended, pass through, or close to tip of ear.

Mouth
Jaws strong with perfect, regular and complete scissor bite, i.e. upper teeth closely overlapping lower teeth and set square to the jaws.

Neck
Fairly long.

Forequarters
Lower legs short and as straight as possible, forearm moulded round chest. Ample bone, carried right down to feet. Elbows fitting closely to sides, neither loose nor tied. Shoulders well laid, and angulated at 90 degrees to the upper arm.

Body
Medium length, well sprung ribs, not short coupled, slightly tapering, when viewed from above. Level topline. Chest broad and deep, well let down between forelegs.

Hindquarters
Strong and flexible, well angulated stifle. Legs short. Ample bone carried right down to feet. Hocks straight when viewed from behind.

Feet
Oval, toes strong, well arched, and tight, two centre toes slightly advance of two outer, pads strong and well arched. Nails short.

Tail
Short, preferably natural.
Docked: Short.
Undocked: Set in line with topline. Natural carriage above topline when moving or alert.

Gait/Movement
Free and active, neither loose nor tied. Forelegs move well forward, without too much lift, in unison with thrusting action of hindlegs.

Coat
Medium length, straight with dense undercoat, never soft, wavy or wiry.

Colour
Self colours in Red, Sable, Fawn, Black and Tan, with or without white markings on legs, brisket and neck. Some white on head and foreface permissible.

Size
Height: approximately 25-30 cms (10-12 ins) at shoulder. Weight: dogs: 10-12 kgs (22-26 lbs); bitches: 9-11 kgs (20-24 lbs).

Faults
Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog.

Note
Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.

Last Updated - April 2004

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Health Information

The Kennel Club operates health screening schemes with other organisations.  Some are clinical veterinary screening schemes and some are DNA screening schemes, which may be relevant to this breed.

The current health screening requirements and recommendations for Kennel Club Accredited Breeders of this breed show what is required and recommended for the sire and dam of any litter of this breed bred by an Accredited Breeder.

Breed specific summary results from the Purebred Dog Health Survey in 2004 are available.  Individual summaries are only available where the breed response rate was greater than 15%.

Recommended Reading

All the below publications are available to order from the Online Shop.

Kennel Club Breed Standards Kennel Club Breed Standards are available for most breeds indicating the qualities which competition judges normally take into account and the standard or model which breeders endeavour to achieve. The Breed Standards can be purchased by group.

The Kennel Club Illustrated Breed Standards Containing full descriptive standards for 192 breeds, as well as representation for the six Kennel Club recognised breeds that are currently without standards, this beautifully illustrated volume is a must for all dog enthusiasts. This third edition has been completely revised and updated by a panel of experts and incorporates the very latest standards for breeds in each group.

Breed Clubs and Societies

• DEVON & CORNWALL WELSH CORGI CLUB. Sec. Mrs D May. Tel No: 01209 210582
• EASTERN COUNTIES WELSH CORGI CLUB. Sec. Miss J Miller. Tel No: 01502 740274
• MIDLAND WELSH CORGI CLUB. Sec: Mrs J Whitehead. Tel No: 0121 744 3493
• NORTHERN COUNTIES WELSH CORGI SOCIETY. Sec. Mrs J M Littlefair. Tel No: 01642 710356
• PENNINE & YORKSHIRE WELSH CORGI ASSOC. Sec. Miss T J Irving. Tel No: 01204 793631
• SOUTH EAST CORGI ASSOC. Sec: Mrs S Baker. Tel No: not available,
• SOUTH WALES CORGI CLUB. Sec: Mrs W Rees. Tel No: 01792 773544
• WELSH CORGI CLUB. Sec: Mr T Blake. Tel No: 01834 862928
• WELSH CORGI CLUB OF CAMBRIA. Sec. Miss E Eby. Tel No: 01327 261664
• WELSH CORGI CLUB OF ULSTER. Sec. Mr A Matthews. Tel No: 02892 61128
• WELSH CORGI LEAGUE (PEMBROKES ONLY). Sec: Ms C Russell-Smith. Tel No: 01981 541314
• WEST OF ENGLAND CORGI ASSOC. Sec. Mrs S Coulson. Tel No: 01980 6534

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