Description:
Kon is the cutest Corgi / Terrier mix. He is great with people and dogs, and looking for his forever home.

03.14.09 Volunteer Update:
I had the pleasure of having Kon at an event today. He is very sweet - and got lots of attention. Folks love his unique appearance. I think the question of the day was "What is he?"

Kon appears to be good with other dogs; however, did not like a lot of "puppy energy" right in his face. He'd indicate that too. He rode to the event with a puppy in the same crate as him so I guess they had a little talk and the puppy learned what was okay with Kon.

Kon does not appear to be real high energy.

***How much do you know about Corgis? According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Cardigan and the Pembroke Welsh Corgis have been considered separate breeds for only about 70 years (Cardigans have a long tail; Pembrokes don't have a tail). There are several theories about the origins of the Welsh Corgi. Both Corgis varieties may be descended form Swedish Vallhunds brought to Wales by Vikings in the 800's. Or perhaps the Cardigan is the older variety, brought to Wales by the Celts in about 1200 BC. The name "Corgi" comes from the Celtic word for dog. The breed was mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086). The Corgi drove cattle by barking and nipping at the cattle's heals. His low stature helped him role out of the way when a cow kicked. Corgis still maintain that habit when chasing each other.
Corgi is highly intelligent, obedient, protective and robust. Steady, loyal and loving, but wary of strangers. They are willing to please. Several of these brave dogs have lost their lives defending their homes, as they were too small for the situation. A Pembroke Welsh Corgi is well-known as the favorite breed and pet of Queen Elizabeth II. Because of royal favor, and perhaps because of a slightly gentler personality, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi has become very popular, while the Cardigan is not as widespread. They have a life-expectancy of 12-15 years.