Editing Welsh Corgi (section)

==Modern breeds==
[[file:Kelsey n Penny (Welsh Corgis).jpg|thumb|left|A Cardigan Welsh Corgi (''left'') and a Pembroke Welsh Corgi (''right'')]]
The two breeds of Welsh Corgis, the Cardigan and the Pembroke, are named for the counties in Wales where they originated. The dogs share several similar traits, such as their [[Coat (animal)|coats]], which are water-resistant and shed on average twice a year. The body of the Cardigan is slightly longer than that of the Pembroke; both breeds have short legs, placing their bodies close to the ground.{{sfn | McGreevy| 1999| p=300}}{{sfn | McGreevy| 1999| p=301}} They are not as square in outline as a typical [[Terrier]], nor have an elongated body as great as that of a Dachshund.{{Sfn | Niccoli| 1989| p=6}} Only minor differences in the shape of the head are seen; both appear fox-like. The head of a Cardigan Welsh Corgi is typically larger than that of an equivalent Pembroke and has a larger nose.{{Sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=15}} A few days following birth may be needed for the true color of a Corgi's coat to appear, and this is particularly evident in those with tricolor or black and tan markings.{{sfn | Niccoli| 1989| p=6}}
Corgis in the modern era often compete in [[dog agility]] trials, [[obedience training|obedience]], [[Dog showmanship|showmanship]], [[flyball]], [[tracking (dog)|tracking]], and [[herding]] events. Herding instincts and trainability can be measured at noncompetitive herding tests. Cardigan and Pembroke Corgis exhibiting basic herding instincts can be trained to compete in herding trials&nbsp;– known colloquially as a "mad run".{{sfn | Hartnagle-Taylor|Taylor| 2010| p=82}} Welsh Corgis were once used to guard children.<ref name="Canis major" />

===Cardigan Welsh Corgi===
[[File: WELSH CORGI CARDIGAN, Nickname’s Bangaway (24264727026).jpg|thumb|Cardigan Welsh Corgi]]
The differences between the two breeds include bone structure, body length, and size. Cardigans are the larger of the two breeds, with large, rounded ears and a {{convert|12|in|cm|adj=mid|-long}}, fox-like, flowing tail set in line with the body.{{sfn | Boorer| 1975| p=18}} Though the Cardigan is allowed more colors than the Pembroke, white should not predominate in its coat.{{sfn | Cunliffe  | 2000| p=237}} The Cardigan is a double-coated dog where the outer coat is dense, slightly harsh in texture, and of medium length. The dog's undercoat is short, soft, and thick.<ref name="Canis major" /> According to the breed standard, the breed stands between {{convert|10.5|and|12.5|in|cm}} at the [[withers]], and should weigh {{convert|30|-|38|lb|kg}}. The skeletal structure of the Cardigan differs from the Pembroke, in that a more exaggerated bend exists in the front two legs, which fits around the [[ribcage]] of the animal. In addition, the Cardigan is more heavily set than the Pembroke, with denser bone mass.{{sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=15}}

A greater number of colours of coat is present in the Cardigan breed than the Pembroke, with the breed standard allowing for a variety of shades of red, sable, and [[brindle]]. White markings are expected on this breed of Corgi, and one with a black coat is allowed to have tan or brindle points under conformation show rules. Merle markings are present in the breed, although this is normally restricted to blue merle.{{sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=16}} Several disqualification criteria are used in the breed standard for the purpose of confirmation shows. This would include drop ears, a white coat, blue eyes, or nonsolid black noses in dogs without merle coloration.{{sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=17}}

===Pembroke Welsh Corgi===
[[File: Welsh Corgi Pembroke. St. Petersburg.jpg|thumb|Pembroke Welsh Corgi at Corgi Symphony, 2019]]
Pembrokes feature pointed ears,{{sfn | Boorer| 1975| p=17}} and are somewhat smaller in stature than the Cardigan. They are low-set, intelligent, strong, and sturdy with stamina sufficient to work a day on the farm.{{sfn | Cunliffe  | 2000| p=237}} The common height at the withers is {{convert|10|-|12|in|cm}}, while a male dog of this breed should weigh no more than {{convert|30|lb|kg}}, and a female {{convert|25|lb|kg}}.{{sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=15}} The tail is shorter than that of a Cardigan, which can be accomplished through breeding or docking.{{sfn | Cunliffe  | 2000| p=237}} Historically, the Pembroke was a breed with a natural bobtail (a very short tail). Due to the advent of tail docking in dogs,{{sfn | Boorer| 1975| p=17}} the bobtail was not aggressively pursued, with breeders focusing, instead, on other characteristics, and the tail was artificially shortened if need be. Given that some countries now ban docking, some breeders are again attempting to select dogs with the genes for natural bobtails.{{sfn | Hausman | Hausman |1997| pp=275-277}}

Fewer colours of coat appear in the Pembroke breed. These include red, sable, tan, fawn, and black, each of which can be with or without white markings. Plain white or grey coats can also be seen, but these would be considered to be a serious fault for the purposes of conformation shows.{{sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=16}} However, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has no specific disqualification criteria present in the breed standard.{{sfn | Beauchamp| 1999| p=17}}

Pembroke Welsh Corgis have two coats that vary in length along their body. The first coat is a shorter, inner coat that is resistant to harsh weather, while the outer coat is rougher and longer, but still of medium length. The length of the coat differs on various parts of the body. Fur tends to be longer and thicker behind their fore and hind legs, as well as underneath their bodies. In addition, they appear to have more voluminous fur on their chest, neck, and shoulders. Pembroke Welsh corgis have shedding coats.<ref>{{cite web|title=Official Standard of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi|url=http://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/PembrokeWelshCorgi.pdf|website=American Kennel Club|access-date=18 May 2018}}</ref>