The AKC calls the Cardigan a masterpiece of the breeder's art, with every aspect of its makeup suited to moving cattle, and says it is so congenial and sweet-faced that it would be a cherished companion even if it never did a day's work.
Size and kennel
The AKC lists the Cardigan at 10.5 to 12.5 inches, with males at 30 to 38 pounds and females at 25 to 34 pounds. That is a long, low, sturdy dog. One Cardigan fits an Economy kennel: about 16 square feet inside and 48 outside, $52 a night. A bonded pair shares for $52 plus $44.
Medium double coat
The Cardigan has a weather-resistant double coat of medium length with a long, fox-like tail. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, a 26 to 50 pound dog is $45 in the medium column and $55 in the double-coated column, and a 16 to 25 pound smaller female is $40 or $45. Please ask to confirm. Shedding is steady, with a heavier season now and then.
A herder at heart
Cardigans were bred to drive cattle and are quick, alert and a little stubborn. They like to circle and nudge. Walks are included, and a lead walk through the grass field is a good fit. Corgis are also fond of food and gain weight easily, so write down the amount in cups if you bring your own, and skip extra treats unless you ask for one. A Happy Lick Mat at $4.99 is a slow, easy treat.
Backs, heat and a long coat
The Cardigan's long back is a reason to limit jumping . nearby Vacaville, the closest weather station, averages about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or higher, and a double-coated corgi does best indoors in the air-conditioned run during the afternoon. The dog chooses inside or out through the doggie door.
First-stay checklist for a Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Upload the vaccine records to your account and check that they are current through the last day of the stay. Write the food amount in cups if you bring your own, and list any medications, which are given at no extra charge.