Cardigan Welsh Corgi Size Compared to a Person
A Cardigan Welsh Corgi stands 12″ at the shoulder and weighs about 34 lb — that puts it at 19% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #191 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").
How a Cardigan Welsh Corgi compares
| Cardigan Welsh Corgi | Person | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoulder height | 12″ | 64″ | -52″ |
| Weight | 34 lb | 135 lb | -101 lb |
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About the Cardigan Welsh Corgi
The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is one of the oldest herding breeds in the British Isles, with roots tracing back over 3,000 years to Celtic tribes who brought these small but mighty dogs to Wales. Distinguished from the Pembroke Welsh Corgi by their long, fox-like tail, Cardigans are sturdy, low-set dogs with large rounded ears and expressive, intelligent faces. They were invaluable on Welsh farms, driving cattle by nipping at their heels while dodging kicks with their low center of gravity.
Similar-size breeds
The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
- Carnauzer — 12″ / 18 lb (same height)
- Cesky Terrier — 12″ / 19 lb (same height)
- Cheagle — 12″ / 18 lb (same height)
- Chidale — 12″ / 14 lb (same height)
- Chinese Crested — 12″ / 10 lb (same height)
- Crustie — 12″ / 10 lb (same height)
- Denmark Feist — 12″ / 14 lb (same height)
- French Bulldog — 12″ / 24 lb (same height)
Frequently asked
- How tall is a Cardigan Welsh Corgi?
- An adult Cardigan Welsh Corgi stands about 12 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
- Is a Cardigan Welsh Corgi considered a small dog?
- Yes — at 12" / 34 lb, the Cardigan Welsh Corgi falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #191 tallest.
- How does a Cardigan Welsh Corgi compare to a person?
- At 12" tall, a Cardigan Welsh Corgi stands about 19% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.
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