Standard Corgi leg length Standard body shape of Corgi with short legs

Jul 26,2025
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There is no absolute standard for Corgi's leg length

Generally speaking, the standard leg length of Corgi is between 8-10CM. However, in the strict sense, the standard of Corgi's leg length is It is said that the size of Corgi's leg length is suitable for survival and body size. There is no absolute standard. Because the legs of a purebred Corgi are very short, when the leg length exceeds a certain length, it may be a crossbreed, and it cannot be called a Corgi, and it cannot be measured by Corgi standards.

Corgi’s standard stature

Withers: The vertical distance from the highest point of the withers to the ground is about 10 to 12 inches.
Weight: In proportion to body size, males should not exceed 30 pounds; females should not exceed 28 pounds. Competition dogs must be of medium size, with correct bone mass and constitution, preferably close to 27 pounds for males and close to 25 pounds for females. Appreciable size that is too large or too small (like a toy) is a serious fault. Proportions: Moderately long and short. The distance from withers to base of tail exceeds 40% of height at withers. Physique: Not too short or too boney to look clumsy or excessive, nor too short of bone to look like a racing dog.


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