INTRODUCTION

The Corgi Inu is a mongrel dog, a cross between the Shiba Inu and Corgi breeds. With the adorable appearance of a fox, these watchful and affable puppies inherit some of the best qualities of their two parents.Corgi Inu Corgi go by various names, such as Shiba Corgi or simply Corgi and Shiba Inu mix. Despite their status as a designer breed, you can find these mixed breed dogs in shelters and rescues. So remember to adopt. These adorable puppies are incredibly alert, making them a great choice for those looking for a guard dog. This also makes them an excellent dog for singles living in active urban areas, seniors or families with older children who know how to interact properly with dogs. If you are looking for an independent companion with great trainability, the Corgi Inu may be the perfect dog for you.

HIGHLIGHTS

Corgi Inus are mixed breed dogs. The main colours of the Corgi Inus are red, black, blue, fawn, white and sable. Sometimes their coat is smooth, and sometimes they have a mixture of colours, such as a brindle or bay coat. Your Corgi Inu has a very thick coat, so daily brushing is necessary. Because of their coat, they are not ideal for people who suffer from dog allergies.Corgi Inu can get along well with other animals if introduced slowly and calmly, and early socialisation will help this go well. It is best to get them used to other pets early. However, if your dog is more Inu than Corgi, it may prefer to be the only animal in the house. Although the Corgi Inu is not a large dog, the breed tends to be quite energetic. Although the Corgi Inu is not a large dog, the breed tends to be quite energetic. Corgi Inu tend to be quite intelligent, so if you don’t have time to make sure they have plenty of mental and physical stimulation, they might try to push the boundaries.

HISTORY

The Corgi Inu breed may have existed naturally over the years, but it is likely that designer breeders began intentionally mixing Corgis and Shiba Inus in the early 2000s, probably in North America. Since the Shiba Inu is an older breed that tends to be more independent, breeders thought that by crossing them with the extroverted Corgi, they could develop a friendly, fox-like puppy.Although the Corgi Inu breed started out as a designer breed, some have ended up in shelters or in the care of rescue groups. If you decide this is the breed for you, consider adoption.Check local shelters, look for Corgi Inu rescues, or check with breed-specific Corgi or Shiba Inu rescues, as they sometimes take in mixed-breed dogs and find them homes.