Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix

The Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix, is a mixed breed dog resulting from breeding the Azawakh and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Both of these dogs can be friendly but personalities differ, so you never know. The Azawakh also known as the Sahel Sighthound is known for being affectionate, aloof, and attentive. All dogs need proper socialization and that will be a big factor in how they interact with others. What does this mixed breed look and act like? Is it more like the Azawakh or the Cardigan Welsh Corgi? Those are the questions we will try and answer below. Continue reading below to see pictures, videos, and learn more about the beautiful Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix.

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Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix History

All hybrid or designer dogs are tough to get a good read on as there isn’t much history to them. Breeding specific dogs like this has become common in the last twenty years or so even though I am sure that this mixed breed found it’s share of dogs to the shelter due to accidental breeding. We will take a closer look at the history of both parent breeds below. If you are looking at breeders for new, designer dogs please beware of Puppy Mills. These are places that mass produce puppies, specifically for profit and don’t care at all about the dogs. If you have a few minutes, please sign our petition to stop puppy mills.

Azawakh History

Originating in the West African Sahara Desert, the Azawakh is a profound Sighthound. Azawakh were primarily bred to guard livestock. Their owners were nomadic. Like most other dog breeds, they were regarded for their companionship and hunting skills, as well as their ability to work with livestock. They were bred to withstand harsh desert climates.

Their name comes from the Azawakh Valley. This valley lies in the desert between Mali and Niger. Translated literally it means the 'Land of the North.'
French civil servants and military forces stationed in the region exported them back to their home countries and they spread out from there. They are closely related to the Sloughi. They were officially recognized as an official breed by the American Kennel Club in 2011, and are still incredibly rare outside of their native Sahel region.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi History

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is one of two herding dogs, dubbed “corgis,” who rounded up sheep in Wales many centuries ago. She was first seen in Cardiganshire, Wales — a settlement of early Celts. Her close relative, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, looks similar but in fact diverges from the Cardigan in so many ways that in 1934, the American Kennel Club (AKC) formally recognized them as two separate dog breeds, with the Pembroke believed to descend from the Spitz family of dogs and the Cardigan’s, from Dachshund lineage. It’s a theory that can neither be proven nor refuted, but with the AKC’s statement in 1934, breeders stopped cross-breeding the two corgi types and focused instead on developing lines that were either purely Cardigan or purely Pembroke.

It was in about 1200 B.C., in the Welsh high-country region now called Cardiganshire, that warrior Celts from central Europe found a place to settle. In mid-Cardiganshire lay the village of Bronant, which would become a stronghold for these warriors. Today’s Cardigan Welsh Corgi descends from the old Bronant Corgi with the slight infusion of brindle herder blood.

Corgis today are known for their tenacity as sheepdogs, but many years earlier than that they were valued for their alertness as guards, their intelligence, and their companionship.

hundreds of years ago, when the British Crown owned virtually all land and poor tenant farmers were only allowed to fence off a few acres surrounding their home for personal use. The rest of the land was “common,” where farmers could graze their cattle – the primary source of their income – on such pasture as they could secure. Competition for farmland was fierce. The little Cardigan Welsh Corgi was trained to do exactly the opposite of what herding dogs do: it was taught to nip at the heels of its owner’s cattle and drive them far afield. It also would drive neighboring cattle off of land its owners wanted to graze. Either way, the Corgi’s tasks was the same: a whistle from its owner would send the dog off to find and nip at cattle, regardless of who they belonged to, and it would persist in the chase endlessly, as long as he heard that whistle. The Cardigan’s low-slung body type, with disproportionately short legs and a long body, made it particularly skilled at darting between and avoiding the well-aimed kicks of angry cattle, classifying it as a “heeler.” When the task was accomplished to the owner’s satisfaction, he would give a shrill, long whistle of a different tone, and the dog would reliably return.

Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix Size and Weight

Azawakh
Height: 24 - 29 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 33 - 55 lb.
Lifespan: 10-12 years

Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Height: 10 - 12 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 25 - 38 lb.
Lifespan: 12 - 15 years

Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix Personality

The Azawakh and the Cardigan Welsh Corgi are known for being courageous and protective. The Azawakh is known for being fierce, rugged, and refined. They are also very loving dogs. This dog will require a very strong and firm owner who makes sure to assert that they are the alpha and not the dog. They are cautious, yet non-threatening with strangers, and are affectionate towards family and children. Early socialization helps take care of any bad habits that could develop. She responds well to positive reinforcement, like all dogs. She should be rather affectionate and enjoy spending lots of time with you. Don’t plan on leaving her alone for long periods as he won’t do well alone. She wants to be with the “pack.”

Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix Health

All dogs have the potential to develop genetic health problems as all breeds are susceptible to some things more than others. However, the one positive thing about getting a puppy is that you can avoid this as much as possible. A breeder should absolutely offer a health guarantee on puppies. If they won’t do this, then look no more and don’t consider that breeder at all. A reputable breeder will be honest and open about health problems in the breed and the incidence with which they occur. We obviously recommend that you look for a reputable animal rescue in your area to find your new mixed breed. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition.

The Azawakh mixed with the Cardigan Welsh Corgi might be prone to asenstive skin, hyopthyroidism, seizures, myositis, cardiac problems, among others.

Note that these are just common problems in both breeds.

Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix Care

What are the grooming requirements?

Even if you know the breed, sometimes it is hard to tell if it will be a heavy shedder or a light shedder. Either way, Get ready to invest in a good vacuum if you want to keep your floors clean! Give them baths as needed, but not so much that you dry out their skin.

What are the exercise requirements?

Plan on taking them for extremely long walks and hikes to keep their energy level down. This mix will more than likely have a high energy level. This exercise will keep them from being destructive. A tired dog is a good dog. A tired dog is a good dog though. Never tie your dog up outside - that is inhumane and not fair to him.

What are the training requirements?

This is an intelligent dog that will be a little bit challenging to train. They are going to want to take the alpha position and need someone with a firm, strong, hand that can let them know their place. The best thing you can do is break the sessions into shorter daily sessions to keep their attention span higher. It might have a prey drive and be disposed to running for and chasing small prey, but if handled properly this can be managed. All dogs respond best to positive reinforcement. So make sure to praise her when she does well. She is an intelligent dog who loves to please, and loves a physical challenge. The more exercise she gets the easier she will be to train. Proper socialization is imperative to all dogs and puppies. Make sure to take her to the park and doggy day care to get her around as many people and dogs as possible.

Azawakh Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mix Feeding

"A lot of times diet is done on a per-dog basis. Each one is unique and has different dietary requirements. Most dogs in the U.S. are overweight. A mix like this one that is prone to hip and elbow dysplasia should really be on fish oil and glucosamine and chondroitin supplements as soon as possible. A good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background.

Overfeeding any dog is not a good idea as that can really exacerbate health problems such as elbow and hip dysplasia.

I good diet to look into is Raw Food Diet. A raw food diet will be especially good for the Wolf background."

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