Ideal Weight for a Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Chart by Sex and Age
A healthy Pembroke Welsh Corgi weighs about 25-30 lb, with roughly 27 lb ideal for males and 25 lb for females. The breed is prone to obesity, and its long back means extra weight is a real risk to the spine.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi ideal weight by sex
| Sex | Ideal weight (lb) | Ideal weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 24-28 lb | 10.9-12.7 kg |
| Male | 25-30 lb | 11.3-13.6 kg |
Size class: small. Weight-gain risk for this breed: High.
Why the number matters less than body condition
A weight chart is a starting range, not a verdict. Two healthy Pembroke Welsh Corgis can sit pounds apart depending on frame and height, so the reliable test is body condition: can you feel the ribs with a light press, and is there a waist when you look down from above?
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi standard ties weight to substance, capping males near 30 lb and females near 28, with a preferred show weight of about 27 and 25 respectively. This is a long, low, heavy-boned herder, so the breed looks solid by design and can hide real excess. Aim for a Corgi that feels firm over the ribs with a waist visible from above, not a loaf shape.
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Check my dog's body condition →Weight-related health risks in the Pembroke Welsh Corgi
The Pembroke's dwarfed, elongated build makes back and joint health weight-sensitive, and the breed is openly described as prone to obesity thanks to a robust herding-dog appetite. Extra pounds on that long spine and short legs raise the strain on discs and hips. Pembrokes also carry degenerative myelopathy, hip dysplasia and inherited retinal disease, and a lean body is the cheapest insurance against the mobility loss those conditions bring.
Rough daily calories across the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's ideal range
| Body weight | Maintenance (kcal/day) | Weight-loss target (kcal/day) |
|---|---|---|
| 24 lb (10.9 kg) | 671 kcal | 336 kcal |
| 27 lb (12.2 kg) | 733 kcal | 367 kcal |
| 30 lb (13.6 kg) | 794 kcal | 397 kcal |
Orientative only, for a spayed/neutered adult, using resting energy (RER = 70 × kg^0.75) and AAHA/WSAVA maintenance factors; weight loss follows the AAHA rule of 0.80 × RER of the target weight. For your dog's number, use the dog calorie calculator and see the full methodology. Confirm any weight-loss plan with your veterinarian.
Sources
- AKC Official Pembroke Welsh Corgi Breed Standard
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi obesity predisposition and health, Wikipedia
Last updated 2026-07-22.
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This chart is a general guide, not a diagnosis. Sudden weight change, a distended belly, or any health concern warrants a veterinary exam. The right target for an individual Pembroke Welsh Corgi is set with your vet.