Lester: 30-38 pounds (male); 25-34 pounds (female)
Lifetime: 12 to 15 years old
Coat: Double coated. The outer hair has a slightly harsh texture and the insulating undercoat is short, soft and thick.
Color: Red, sable and brindle; black, blue merle
Grooming: Easy maintenance, mainly requiring weekly brushing
Loss: Yes, especially seasonally
Best for: Active singles and families
Exact name: In Welsh, the word Corgi loosely translates to dwarf dog.
AKC popularity ranking: 66th
Equipment: The cardigan is not designed for intense or prolonged swimming, so get it a life jacket.
Some Cardigans also use portable stairs to help them climb furniture.
Possible health problems: Degenerative myelopathy, hip and elbow dysplasia, canine intervertebral disc disease.