8 Reasons We’re Crazy About Cardigan Welsh Corgis

Is the Cardigan Welsh Corgi a perfect dog? Pretty close! He scores an A+ for work, play, and sheer personality. Here are some of the outstanding traits of this little dog:

1. He's got the perfect build and temperament for the job. Low-slung with acute hearing in those large ears, he's an excellent herder, powerful and sturdy, with surprising grace and speed.

   
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   Even when his “flock” is a little unusual.

   
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2. He's an athlete. Cardigan Welsh Corgis excel at dog sports such as tracking, rally, and agility. It's pretty good exercise for you, too.
    
   

    

   A video posted by Life of Itzi and Ponz (@itziponz) on Dec 16, 2015 at 12:30pm PST

   
    

3. He gets along with all sorts of playmates.
    
   

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   … even ferrets!

   
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4. It's hard to stay mad at him for long. After all, look at that face.
    

    

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5. He really, really loves his family and wants to do everything for you and with you. Like dress up in silly costumes…
    
   

    

   A photo posted by Podrick and Duncan (@dunkandpod) on Dec 18, 2015 at 2:14pm PST

   
   … Or romp in the snow.
    

    

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   Or a day of fishing…

   
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6. He loves learning tricks and he's pretty darn smart.

   
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7. He'll entertain you when you're down.
    

    

   A photo posted by Heather (@heavymetalcorgi) on Jan 2, 2016 at 9:03am PST