Coat Types
of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Standard Coat
The standard coat is the traditional coat type for Pembroke Welsh Corgis. It consists of a medium-length, weather-resistant double coat with a dense, soft undercoat and a slightly coarser outer coat. This coat meets the AKC breed standard and is eligible to be shown in AKC conformation events.
Because Corgis have a natural double coat, they do shed year-round, with heavier seasonal shedding during the spring and fall. Regular brushing helps keep their coat healthy and minimizes loose hair around the home.
Below are a few examples of our Standard Coat Corgis.
Fluffy Coat
Fluffy Coat Corgis, sometimes referred to as glamour coats, have a lush, soft, longer coat than the standard Pembroke Welsh Corgi. This coat is the result of a naturally occurring recessive gene and does not indicate that the dog is a mixed breed.
The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes the fluffy coat traits as something that occurs within the breed. However, because the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a herding breed, a fluffy coat is considered a serious fault under the breed standard and cannot be shown in AKC conformation events. Fluffy Corgis can participate in all other AKC sports and performance activities.
It is important to noter that there have been no studies linking any health concerns to the fluffy gene and although Fluffy Coat Corgis generally shed less than standard-coated Corgis, they are not hypoallergenic. Below are a few examples of our Fluffy Coat Corgis.
Color Progression
of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi
According to the AKC there are 4 colors of Pembroke Welsh Corgis: red, sable, fawn, and tri. The AKC groups all variations of tri colors as one.
There can be a few other variations of color dependent on recessive genes that some corgis can carry. These colors are not accepted for AKC confirmation however there are no defects or genetic disordered associated with these colors.
-Whitelies - The body color nearly all white, with little to no color. While they are rare this coat color can happen.
-Bluies - meaning the dog has inherited two copies of the dilute gene presents as a lighter and "blue" cast. This coloring is associated with extremely light or blue eyes, liver or gray eye rims, nose and lip pigment.
-Mismarks - Self colors with any area of white on the back between withers and tail, on sides between elbows and back of hindquarters, or on ears. Black with white markings and no tan present.
Red
"Gayle"
Sydney X Gerald
Gayle is a past puppy and represents the standard red corgi color perfectly. This is her color progression through her first year.
Sable
"Mac"
Queenie X Randy
Mac is a past puppy that we produced and represents the sable color perfectly. This color can vary but is defined as color that is lighter at the root and can be tan to black at the tip. This is his progression through his first year.
Red Head Tri
"Reba"
Reba is one of our momma dogs. She is an excellent representation of the true red tri color. This Progression of Reba is over the span of 1 week-old to 3 years old. This color will continue to change throughout her life as the red slowly takes over the black markings.
Black Tri
"Kenji"
Kylie X Poppy
Kenji is a past puppy who is a true black tri. This color can be confused with the red tri but as a puppy grows their red markings will stay defined and will not change.
Red Tri with "Black cap"
"Flint"
Reba X Hank 1
Flint is a red tri with a black cap. This color is a mix between red tri and black tri. He will have more red markings than a black tri but his furnishings will stay the same once he reaches one year.
Fawn
"Georgia"
Fawn is a unique color within the red category. The fawn color comes from the pigment being less intense than the traditional red which then creates this very light blonde color. 1 parent must be fawn in order to produce the color.
Other Color Variation Examples Recognized by, but considered a fault according to the American Kennel Club
Mismark
Bluie
Whitelies
**These images are examples from google as we have not produced any Whitelies**
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi
and Tails
One of the first things to understand about Pembroke Welsh Corgis is that the majority of puppies are born with full-length tails. While some Corgis are born with the T-Box gene, also known as a “natural bobtail,” these dogs are the exception rather than the rule. Natural bobtails can vary greatly in length, ranging from the short bobtail many people associate with the breed to a partial tail that falls somewhere in between. Because the T-Box gene is dominant, a dog only needs one copy of the gene to express a natural bobtail. However, breeding two dogs with the T-Box gene together is avoided because it can increase the risk of serious complications for puppies.
We recognize that tail docking is part of the AKC breed standard for Pembroke Welsh Corgis. However, we also believe that any permanent alteration to a dog should be approached thoughtfully and with careful consideration. In many countries, tail docking at such a young age is no longer permitted. Here in the United States, we have the ability to make this choice, and as the majority of our puppies are placed in loving pet homes rather than show homes, we believe our families should have a voice in whether their puppy’s tail is kept natural or docked.
Tail docking is performed within the first few days of a puppy’s life and, while it is a routine procedure for many breeders, we understand that it can still be a stressful experience for a young puppy. For this reason, if a puppy is experiencing any health concerns or difficulty adjusting during those first few days, we will always prioritize the puppy’s well-being and may choose not to dock that puppy’s tail.
Because tail docking decisions must be made very early in life, puppy selections in our program are also made at a young age. While this may seem unusual to some, this is why we place such a strong emphasis on temperament and the careful pairing of our adult dogs. Puppies inherit many traits from their parents, and their early environment plays an important role in shaping who they become. This is why we incorporate Early Scent Introduction (ESI) and Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) into our program. These practices help puppies develop confidence, resilience, and adaptability while also allowing us to begin learning about their individual personalities from the very beginning.
We understand that this approach may not align with every family’s preferences, and we respect that every buyer has different values when choosing a breeder. We encourage families to find a breeder whose practices and philosophy best match their own. For our program, we believe offering families the choice to keep their Corgi’s natural tail is the right decision for our dogs, our puppies, and the homes they will join.
Our perspective on natural tails has also been shaped by the dogs we have brought into our program from Europe. We are fortunate to have several Corgis imported from countries where tail docking is not permitted, and these dogs have allowed us to experience firsthand the beauty and expression that a natural tail brings to the breed. Watching these dogs communicate, play, and interact with their tails has given us an even greater appreciation for the natural appearance of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. While we respect that docking has been part of the breed’s history and standard in some countries, our experience with naturally tailed Corgis has helped us see that a full tail can be just as beautiful and expressive. It has been our personal experience that tails do not affect a corgis ability to herd and therefore does no harm to the integrity or the true nature of the breed.