When Do Corgis Stop Growing? Find Out The Truth
So you want to know: when do corgis stop growing?
In this article, I’ll share my personal experiences with my Pembroke corgi Winston and we’ll also discuss typical growth rate for Cardigan corgis.
Corgis typically stop growing at around 12 months old and this is when they are considered adults. However, some corgis continue filling out until they’re two, or sometimes three, years old.
Let’s take a closer look at how a corgi typically grows and what weight and length you should expect at what age.
At what age is a corgi fully grown?
A corgi is considered an adult and fully grown at 12 months old.
But in my experience, corgis take a little bit longer than that to reach their full size.
The photo below was taken when our corgi, Winston, was around 12 months old (the age he was when we rehomed him).
Look at how little he is! He was much more gangly than the photo below, taken when he was around three years old.
I don’t think Winston properly stopped growing until he was at least two.
By then, he weighed 12kg, which is the average size of a Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
How big does a Cardigan Welsh Corgi get?
Cardigan corgis are slightly bigger than Pembroke corgis.
According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), at their full size Cardigan Welsh Corgis weigh between 30-38 pounds (male) and 25-34 pounds (female).
They’ll grow to a height of 10.5-12.5 inches.
How big does a Pembroke Welsh Corgi get?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis will get up to 30 pounds (male) or 28 pounds (female) once fully grown.
They’ll grow to a height of 10-12 inches.
How long do corgis get?
Some corgis are slightly longer than others, but here’s the typical length of both breeds.
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
A Cardigan corgi is between 36–43 inches from the tip of nose to tip of tail.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
A Pembroke corgi is usually between 22-26 inches from nose to tail.
My corgi Winston is a little longer than the average male corgi at 31 inches.
Why is that?
Why are some corgis bigger than others?
The size of each corgi varies slightly from dog to dog because of genetics and diet. So don’t panic if your corgi isn’t exactly the weight or height mentioned on the AKC website.
Many people comment on how small Winston is and compared to the other corgis we come across in London, they’re right!
Winston is quite a lean corgi that frequently gets mistaken for a fox.
Many Pembroke corgis are much stockier than he is and of course, if they’re a fluffy, they’ll also have a lot more hair than him.
If you’re concerned about whether your corgi is the right size, speak to your vet.
And remember that corgis are prone to obesity. It’s important to maintain consistent portion sizes and provide enough daily exercise to keep them as fit and healthy as possible.
