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Last updated: 18th October 2022
Corgsky (Horgi)
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Macy Gen
Last updated: 18th October 2022
A small to medium sized cross between the Siberian Husky and the Corgi, the Horgi is a cute looking designer breed mostly inheriting the Husky’s appearance and Corgi’s body stature. A round head, almond-shaped eyes, well-set erect ears, and short legs characterize it further. A well-tempered, intelligent breed, giving it proper training would indeed groom it into a perfect house pet.
Corgsky Pictures
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Quick Information
| Other names | Horgi, Siborgi, Siberian Husky-Corgi mix |
| Coat | Double coat which may be thick and long like the Corgi or dense and straight like the Husky |
| Color | Black, cream, sable, white, brown, orange, red, and blue |
| Breed type | Crossbreed |
| Group | Designer |
| Lifespan/ Life Expectancy | 12 to 115 years |
| Size | Small |
| Height | 13 to 15 inches |
| Weight | 20 to 50 lbs |
| Behavioral Characteristics/ Personality | Sweet, friendly, active, gentle, alert |
| Good with children | Yes |
| Climate Compatibility | Cold climate than hot ones because of its double coat |
| Barking | Might bark excessively like its Corgi parent or just howl like the Siberian Husky |
| Shedding (Does it shed) | Excessive |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Competitive Registration Qualification/ Information | DRA |
| Country | U.S.A |
Video of a Horgi Puppy
Temperament
Good natured, friendly, loyal, eager-to-please and fun loving just like both its parents, the Siborgi makes for a perfect companion.
Besides their affectionate nature, they have a profound sense of alertness, intimating the owner by letting out a bark whenever he spots an intruder into his territory. However, he still does not qualify to be a good guard dog since he would not take much time to get friendly with strangers just as the Husky.
Like their parents they too would get along well with children, gradually emerging as their perfect playmate and companion.
However, their relationships with other dogs could be a little unpredictable, and proper socialization is needed before introducing your Horgi with them.
Siberian Huskies are famed for their high prey drive, while the Corgis have a strong chasing instinct too because of their herding origin. Hence, it is quite likely for your Siborgi to go after cats or other smaller animals, if not taught to peacefully coexist with them.
Care
Exercise
The Corgi Husky mix has moderate exercise requirements, sufficing with a brisk walk, alongside sufficient playtime. Do not leave it out for long during summer as it cannot withstand too much of heat as it already gets a considerable amount of it from its warm double coat. Take it out on a leash always and have your yard fenced well since it could inherit the escaping tendency of its Husky parent.
Grooming
Being heavy shedders similar to its parents, they need to be brushed on a regular basis. Bathe it only when needed as its water-resistant coat may take time to be washed and even dried. Wiping its ears and eyes on a weekly basis, trimming its nails and brushing its teeth are the other grooming needs that are a mandate to maintain better hygiene.
Health Problems
Though a healthy breed with a moderately long lifespan, the Husky Corgi mix can inherit the health problems of both its parents. Hip dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy, obesity-related problems, skin ailments and eye problems, are the conditions that they tend to suffer.
Training
Because of its eager-to-please nature, training the Corgi and Husky mix would indeed be an easy task, though a firm taskmaster is required.
- Giving socialization training to Corgsky puppies is a must so that they gradually learn to live peacefully with other canines. Take them to a dog park, though leashed, or arrange a dog party at home where you may ask your friends to get their pets along. However, at the same time, it is also essential to acquaint them with different kinds of people and experiences so that they may develop the instinct of distinguishing a foe from a friend and not act friendly with every stranger they meet.
- Train you Horgi to follow commands to ward off any annoying habit you see in them like barking excessively or chasing any moving object.
- Leash training is also essential as they might have an instinct to chase.
Feeding
Giving your Corgi Husky mix good quality dog food is a must to keep them physically and mentally fit. However, they tend to get obese, so you must be extra cautious before pampering them with treats.
