El Pembroke Welsh Corgi It is a small breed dog, with a long body and large fox ears that make it very friendly. They are so good as pets, that the English royal family have a couple of them at Buckingham Palace. He is a dog of British origin and has now become a representative of his country.
This breed was used since its inception for herding. They are active and playful by nature, but they adapt to a sedentary life in flats, so you can have it quietly in your home without destroying anything. To this character, you have to add his great intelligence, which will make training much easier. If you have children, they are also dogs that show their patience and good character, so you will not have any problems.
The breed is characterized by its short legs and long body. Years of activity, followed by a more sedentary life, have made the obesity become a problem for this breed. In addition, they tend to have a great appetite, eating uncontrollably, so it is best to always ration their intakes, and take them to exercise in the field. Derived from this overweight, there is another problem, osteoarthritis, which can undermine your quality of life, hence the importance of taking care of your health.
However, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi it is a good breed for today's lifestyle, in flats and with moderate activity. It will get along well with other pets, it will keep you company, it is a little barking and requires little care. Just a brushing once in a while, and watch your eyes when you're older, as they are also prone to cataracts. Otherwise, its life expectancy reaches 14 years, so you will appreciate its big company long time.
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