I’m one of the many designer-dog lovers who seem to have been charmed by the mixed breed dog wave that has hit the world by storm since the 1990s. Lately, the Corgi Pitbull mix has captivated my interest in its physical and temperament traits. I can’t seem to exhaust the good qualities of this rare hybrid dog and I keep discovering new information about it.
The Corgi Pitbull Mix is a blend of the American Pitbull Terrier and the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. The hybrid dog has a lively temperament that is well-complemented by its smartness and loyalty. These qualities, together with its good looks make it an excellent family dog.
The Corgi Pitbull Mix or Pitbull Corgi Mix is also called Welsh Corgi Pitbull Mix, Pembroke Corgi Pitbull Mix, Corgi Pitbull, Corgi Pit, and Corgi Bully Mix. If you own a Pitbull Corgi Mix, you’ll agree with me that the dog is a real gem.
This article is for Corgi Pitbull lovers who want to know about the many positive qualities of this dog and make an informed decision on whether the Pitbull Corgi Mix is the right family pet for them. Read on for the comprehensive Corgi Pitbull profile.
What Does A Corgi Pitbull Mix Look Like?
As a blend of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the American Pitbull Terrier, the Corgi Bully Mix adorns traits from both its parents as reflected in the following physical features.
General Body Appearance
You’ll notice the Corgi and Pitbull Terrier features in the Corgi Pit’s body shape. Sometimes, the Corgi’s body with short hind legs is pronounced and blended with the Pitbull’s head. Other times, the Pitbull Terrier’s short height and longer body are blended with the Corgi’s fox face and erect ears.
Corgi Pitbull Size
Breeding a Corgi and a Pitbull gives you a slightly taller and average-weight Corgi Pit.
Your Corgi Pit will grow to a medium size weighing between 30 to 50 lbs for both females and males. On its feet, the Corgi Pitbull mix will measure about 17 to 19 inches in height.
This size reflects an average blend between the short Corgi (about 10 to 12 inches) and its weight of 30 lbs and the Pitbull’s height of 17 to 21 inches and an average weight of 30 to 60 lbs.
Coat Type And Color
The Corgi Pitbull Mix can have a short or medium size dense coat characterized by a thick water-resistant undercoat and a longer straight/wavy outer coat.
The dog’s coat colors may range from red, fawn, sable, tan, and black. Coat colors with white markings are more common while solid colors like solid black, tan, and white are rare.
Other Features
Your Corgi Pitbull will come with a black nose and brown eyes. It will either inherit the Corgi’s medium-length erect ears or the Pitbull’s long floppy ears.
What Is The Lifespan Of A Corgi Pitbull Mix? Common Health Problems Of A Corgi Pitbull Mix
Be ready to have your Corgi Pit around for a lifespan ranging from 12 to 15 years.
To live its complete lifespan, ensure that your Corgi Pitbull doesn’t suffer from common health problems associated with the Corgi Pit. They include:
Hip Dysplasia
Hip dysplasia is a genetic condition determined by factors such as diet, exercise, muscle mass, and genes. A Corgi Pitbull with hip dysplasia will exhibit gradual lameness because of deformity and dislocation of the hip joint that occurs during the dog’s growth.
Skin Sensitivity And Allergies
The Corgi Pitbull’s dense skin can be prone to skin irritations and allergies. They inherit most of it from the sensitive skin of their Corgi parent. Allergies can be seasonal or result from allergens in shampoo, grass, carpets, pollen, ticks, or foods, among many others. Allergies may also cause your Corgi Pit to bite and lick affected areas.
From their Corgi parents, Corgi Pits may also inherit a susceptibility to dermatomyositis, an inflammatory skin condition that often comes with genes.
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
IVDD is a common condition in dogs characterized by the degeneration of the discs between the bones of the spine. The condition causes pain, loss of limb function, and eventual paralysis.
The condition is incurable and a Corgi Pit with IVDD will live with the condition forever. Your vet will give medication or prescribe exercise and physiotherapy for the management of the condition.
Other health conditions associated with the Corgi Pitbull include epilepsy, bloat, and degenerative myelopathy. Annual tests for hip dysplasia and allergies are recommended.
How To Take Care Of A Corgi Pitbull Mix?
An important part of your Corgi Pitbull’s health is a high-quality balanced diet. As they say, your doggie’s health is all in the belly. So, how you feed your Corgi Pit affects all other aspects of the dog’s health.
To keep your dog in good health, consider the following for your Corgi Pit diet.
High-Quality Diet
Go for dog foods that have been created with preventive health benefits in mind. For this, we highly recommend Pet Plate and its meals.
Every meal is freshly made in USDA kitchens and contains the nutrients necessary for your dog’s overall development. It also contains additional immunity-boosting supplements, such as salmon oil and taurine, to lower the risk of diseases and infections for a healthy and happy dog.
Anti-IVDD Food Supplements
We have mentioned earlier that Corgi Pitbull Mix dogs can be prone to Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). A study that examined the effectiveness of glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate supplementation to treat symptomatic disc degeneration reported that long-term use of these supplements will counter disc degeneration, especially when given at an early stage.
Advanced Hip And Joint Supplements
To ensure healthy bone and joint growth for your Corgi Pitbull dog, consider food supplementation for hip and joint health.
A product like Doggie Dailies Glucosamine is high in glucosamine, chondroitin, and other vitamins and minerals that make strong and healthy joints. These supplements help prevent hip dysplasia and provide relief for dogs who are already affected.
Daily Supply Of Freshwater
Consider that water is one of the main elements of a healthy diet. So, a good supply of fresh water for your Corgi Pit will keep your doggie well-hydrated and aid proper digestion.
Does A Corgi Bully Mix Shed As Much As Their Parents?
The Corgi Pitbull Mix does not seem to have been spared from its parents’ heavy shedding. The Corgi Bully Mix does shed and sheds a fair amount of fur daily. Corgi Pits will also shed heavily in fall similar to both their Corgi and Pitbull parents and also reflect their Pitbull parent by shedding heavily again in spring.
As with all heavy shedders, your Pitbull Corgi will require constant hair grooming to eliminate loose fur. Here are a few grooming tips.
- Brush daily to eliminate loose hair from your Corgi Pitbull’s coat and avoid spreading it all over your home.
- Use a deshedding tool to control shedding. A good heavy-duty dog brush with protection for your dog’s skin and a handle that allows you a firm grip such as the DakPets Pet Grooming Brush will make grooming less fastidious for both you and your dog.
- Increase the number of baths for your dog during the heavy-shedding seasons to help loosen dead fur. A good deshedding shampoo may be considered, and your dog’s hair must be dry before brushing is done.
Because of its heavy shedding, the Corgi Pitbull is not hypoallergenic. So, if you are one of those who are sensitive to allergens, using an air purifier to eliminate your pet’s hair from the air is advised.
The TaoTronics HEPA Air Purifier is recommended for its triple filtration mechanism. This device eliminates up to 99.97% of air-borne particles and rids the air in your home of particles as tiny as 0.3 microns without making the slightest noise.
Are Corgi Bully Mix Aggressive? Temperament Of A Corgi Pitbull Mix
Like its Corgi and Pitbull parents, the Corgi Pitbull has a pleasant temperament with the following traits.
Lively And Non-Aggressive
Both the Corgi and the American Pitbull Terrier are lively breeds. So, it is understandable that the Corgi Pitbull Mix takes after its parents in liveliness.
Also, despite the American Pitbull Terrier’s reputation as an attack dog, its Corgi blend is nothing close to being aggressive. Instead, Corgi Pits are playful, love to please, and easily befriend everyone.
Lively And Protective Family Dogs
Corgi Pits want to be next to you all the time and take part in family moments where they can be downright silly. All this makes them excellent family dogs.
But the Corgi Pitbull Mix has a protective instinct, which makes it a good guarding dog. Running after smaller creatures around the house reveals the Corgis prey drive inherited from its herding/hunting parents.
Not A Barker
Luckily, your Pitbull Corgi did not inherit the Corgi’s “big dog bark” and is, therefore, not a barker. You don’t have to worry about dog bark-intolerant neighbors. But like most dogs, your Corgi Pitbull will not enjoy being home alone and can get destructive.
Easy To Train
To ensure your Pitbull Corgi Mix shows all its good qualities, early socialization and obedience training are important. The Corgi Pit is smart, full of energy, and strong-willed and will resist an intensive training session.
Their eagerness to please also works in your favor during training, even with the help of positive reinforcement in the form of treats and a “good dog” praise.
Related Questions
How Much Is A Corgi Bully Mix? Most people will give you a price between $500 and $1,000 for your Corgi Pitbull mixed breed dog. But a quick check from advertising sites shows that the rare Corgi Pit prices can be quite high, going up to $1,800. This could also be because of the scarcity of breeders for this mixed-breed dog.
Are Corgi Pits Kid Friendly? Corgi Pits are affectionate dogs and, therefore, friendly with kids. They will create close connections with them and be protective of them. Of course, early social training is indispensable to bring out the protective and friendly qualities of a Corgi Pit. Kids will also need to be taught how to handle their pet friends.
What Are Pocket Pitbulls? The Pocket Pitbull is a miniature designer dog bred by mixing an American Pitbull Terrier and a Patterdale Terrier. This tiny dog grows to a height of 12 to 16 inches and typically weighs between 11 to 22 lbs. The Pocket Pitbull is friendly, loving, and loyal and its miniature size makes it perfect for people living in limited apartment space.
