How to Groom a Cardigan Welsh Corgi

Cardigan Welsh Corgis are the descendants of Swedish Vallhunds which the Vikings brought to Wales in the 800s. They are gentle, good natured animals with a loyal and obedient temperament. They are eager to please and respond well to considerate, well behaved children, but don't like strangers. These dogs are very low maintenance. They require a monthly general grooming and a full grooming every 8 to 10 weeks.

Things You'll Need

• Slicker brush
• Steel combs
• Natural bristle brush
• Scissors

Instructions

1. Bathe the dog using protein rich shampoos and conditioners.

2. Spray the dog's coat with a protein coat conditioner after the bath to add an extra sheen.

3. Neaten up the pasterns and the body in general. Remember that you shouldn't trim your Corgi if she's a show dog.

4. Comb occasionally. Combing has a better effect on this dog's dense double coat than brushing.

Tips & Warnings

• These dogs are perfectly fine living in an apartment. They get lots of indoor exercise and thus don't require a yard.

• This breed tends to weigh between 25 and 30 lbs.

• The life expectancy of Cardigan Welsh Corgis is between 12 and 15 years.

• This breed's coat sheds twice per year.

• Some Cardigan Welsh Corgis suffer from PRA and glaucoma.

• Don't overfeed your Cardigan Welsh Corgi. These dogs have a tendency to gain weight very easily.

• Welsh Corgis get along with others dogs of the same breed, as well as non-canine animals, but can be aggressive with other types of dogs.