Corgis are everything you need in dogs! They are cute, loyal, playful, and a bit temperamental. Not to mention that their size makes them perfect family dogs for apartment living.
No matter which one of Corgi breeds you pick – whether that be a Pembroke Welsh Corgi or a Cardigan Welsh Corgi – you’ll be certain to get a big dog personality on short legs. And with their popularity expanding with the help of the internet, it seems like Corgis are everywhere!
It comes as no surprise that breeders decided to spread Corgi genes by creating various crossbreeds. Today, there are several dozens of Corgi mixes you can find! From Husky and German Shepherd to Pug and Chihuahua, it seems like you can find a Corgi mixed breed with any purebred dog.
While it’s impossible to say which is the cutest, we will list the 34 most popular Corgi mixes, so you can decide for yourself.
1. Corgi Husky Mix
Without a doubt, this is the most popular dog on our entire list. Considering the mix was inspired by a viral picture, this should come as no surprise.
This cute mixed breed dog is known as Horgski, Horgi, or Siborgi. It has a Corgi father and a purebred Siberian Husky mother.
At first glance, some might confuse these doggies with wolf puppies. While they can come in many coat colors, the most desired Horgis have silver coats, just like their Husky parents.
Since both parent breeds are playful and friendly, the same can be expected of their offspring. These dogs will love anything and everyone! They’re likely the most outgoing creatures you will run into.
The biggest downside of this crossbreed is that both Huskies and Corgis are stubborn. While intelligent, this type of temperament can easily ruin your attempts at training them. Still, with positive reinforcement, you can make this work.
2. German Shepherd Corgi Mix
A Corman Shepherd might sound like the name of a movie character, but this is just what they call a Welsh Corgi German Shepherd mix.
This can be a somewhat confusing mix for many dog lovers, considering the clashing personalities of the parent breeds. While Corgis are cheerful pups always looking for a good time, GSDs are very structured and relatively calm.
When you combine these two, you end up with a fairly well-balanced dog who can be both a herding dog, watchdog, and excellent family pet.
Most Corman Shepherds have tan or dark brown coats, sometimes with white markings. They usually look like dwarf German Shepherds and have their temperament. They are alert, down-to-earth, and usually not as hyperactive as their Corgi parents.
These are intelligent dogs that are much easier to train than purebred Corgis, especially if they inherit more traits from their GSD parent. However, they’ll likely still ask for attention and want to be by your side all the time.
3. Corgi Mix Chihuahua
Chihuahuas are dogs that are easy to recognize. They are tiny, with a compact face and pointed ears. However, they are also known for their somewhat mean personality, which is quite different from the Corgi’s friendly nature.
The mix of these two breeds is called the Cohuahua or a Chigi. It looks like a tiny dog that is larger than a Chihuahua but smaller than a Corgi, with a somewhat elongated face and a much sweeter personality.
Overall, with a Cohuahua, you’ll get a Corgi that will look like a Chihuahua forever. While they might be a bit problematic with other dogs, they’ll still remain more laidback than Chihuahuas.
However, it’s important to note that this can be a challenging dog breed to train. Both parent breeds are intelligent yet stubborn, so they’ll love doing things their own way more often than not.
As for the coat color, these pups can end up being really colorful, as Chihuahuas come in a wide variety of colors. The coat type will usually be the same length and shape as the Corgi’s.
4. Corgi Mix Golden Retriever
Both the Corgi and the Golden Retriever have been bred with plenty of dog breeds because of their popularity. So it’s no surprise that this hybrid dog, also known as a Golden Corgi, is among the more sought-after crossbreeds.
This mix makes a nearly perfect family dog, at least according to many dog owners who have had a Golden Corgi. These pups get the best of both parent breeds, which are near perfect as it is.
A Golden Corgi is a friendly dog that will love all of its family members. It’s a bit calmer and easier to train than a Corgi, thanks to Golden Retriever’s genes.
When it comes to appearance, most of these dogs’ traits will be inherited from the Golden Retriever, except for the Corgi’s dwarfism. This means the pups will likely look like a smaller Golden.
As for the coat color, both the Pembroke Welsh Corgi and the Golden Retriever have similar coat colors. This means that most of the offspring will be gold or yellow in color, and the fur will be a bit longer and softer than a Corgi’s.
5. Corgi Mix With Pitbull
Pitbulls are dogs with a bad reputation. They are considered vicious and aggressive by many. To try to remove the stigma, breeders have created Pigis – a Pitbull Corgi mix.
The Pigi, or a Corgi Pit, will usually look more like its Pitbull parent than a Corgi. Both parent breeds have stubby legs and a muscular build, but these designer dogs will usually have the Pitbull’s short coat.
The biggest impact is that the Corgi’s friendly nature serves as a contrast to the stereotypical overprotective and territorial behavior of a Pitbull.
While the truth is that Pitbulls aren’t any more dangerous than any other dog breed, the Corgi genes give them that goofy smile and a smaller build that makes them appear less intimidating. This immediately makes them more popular among all dog lovers.
Since Pitbulls can come in all sorts of coat colors, the same goes for this crossbreed. You can find them in black, white, red, brown, cream, tan, two-color, or even tricolor!
Their ears can be either short and pointy or tall and a bit floppy, depending on their genetics. Also, their head will be softer than the Pitbull’s, but not as foxy as the Corgi’s – although some puppies tend to look like exact copies of their parents.
6. Corgi Mix With Australian Shepherd
A Corgi Australian Shepherd mix is known as an Auggie or Augie. This is considered one of the best herding dogs out there, considering it’s a combination of two of the most popular herding dogs worldwide.
Unlike most other Corgi mixes from this list that consider mixing the Pembroke Welsh Corgi with a different purebred dog, the Augie is usually a crossbreed with a Cardigan since this breed is already somewhat similar to the Australian Shepherd.
The result of this crossbreed is usually a dog with short legs and Corgi ears, but with the face of an Australian Shepherd. They come in various coat colors, even including merle.
The biggest risk with this mixed dog breed is whether the puppy will inherit the high activity levels of the Australian Shepherd or if they will be somewhat calmer, like the Corgi.
While these dogs commonly come with blue eyes or even heterochromia, unfortunately, they can also suffer from various eye-related health problems. If you happen to have an Auggie, make sure not to skip on vet visits.
7. Corgi Lab Mix
The Corgidor is one of the most popular Corgi mixes for its friendly, outgoing nature. These dogs are always cheerful and ready to make your day better.
Considering both the Labrador Retriever and the Corgi are among the most popular dogs on the American Kennel Club’s (AKC’s) list, it’s easy to see how this crossbreed became so popular so fast.
Corgidors are sensitive dogs that are always aware of their owner’s emotions, just like Labs – but with the playful nature of a Corgi. All of this makes them amazing family dogs.
While this pup can usually look like an accidental mutt, the short legs and a wide smile clearly indicate the parent breeds.
The coat color of this designer dog varies, as both Labs and Corgis can come in various colors and shades. However, they’ll usually be solid-colored, except for a few white markings. Spotted, brindle, sable, or merle variants are rare.
8. Corgi Mix Beagle
The Corgi Beagle mix is a funny-looking dog with an even funnier name – the Beagi. These pups tend to look like silly brothers of already silly Corgis!
Beagles tend to have softer facial features than Corgis and smaller ears that can be more or less floppy – although they’ll rarely be as floppy as purebred Beagle ears.
These are playful, energetic dogs that require more playtime than Corgis. They are outgoing and friendly to the point of many dog owners calling them ‘clingy.’
As both parent breeds are quite stubborn and independent, these dogs can be challenging to train. This is only increased by the fact that Beagles tend to get easily distracted by smells, which is common with scent hounds.
The Beagi can have the coat color of either a Beagle or a Corgi, meaning it will usually be either tricolor or red. The body shape will most likely resemble a corgi, and these pups have medium-length hair typical of Corgis.
9. Corgi Mix Dachshund
Corgis and Dachshunds are often compared with one another as both have elongated bodies with short legs – except, one would argue, that Dachshunds’ legs are even shorter, but not as stubby!
These pups tend to look like Corgis with a longer body, floppy ears, shorter fur, and a bit more of an elongated muzzle. Some might look like Dachshunds with erect ears. Their coat color can vary, but they’ll usually come in some shade of brown or tan with white markings.
As for the temperament, this is where it gets a bit tricky. First off, both Corgis and Dachshunds are quite vocal, so expect your Dorgi to bark a lot, as well. While this might increase the cuteness of a puppy, once he becomes an adult, you’ll likely find this annoying.
Also, both dogs are quite stubborn and independent, so training is tricky. While this depends on the dog itself, you might want to contact a professional dog trainer to help you with more temperamental doggies.
Both parent breeds are very high-energy dogs that want their owners’ attention, so you’ll need to dedicate a lot of time to them. Think of fun activities you can do to help them deplete their excess energy.
10. Corgi Mix Poodle
Poodles are dogs that are used the most for creating various crossbreeds. This is because these mixes can make hypoallergenic offspring, which is something a lot of people require.
To create a Corgipoo, breeders usually mix a toy Poodle with a Corgi. This can result in a tiny dog, much smaller than a Corgi – although sometimes, they can be a bit larger.
Corgipoos have a curly coat that sheds very little, similar to their Poodle parents. However, they aren’t entirely hypoallergenic, as it’s merely impossible to get a hypoallergenic dog from a high-shedding dog such as a Corgi.
Since Poodles, just like Corgis, are very affectionate and friendly, the same can be expected from Corgipoos. At the same time, these are active dogs that need long, daily walks.
Keep in mind that these dogs tend to be quite mischievous. They are smart yet independent, so they’ll love to have fun all the time. Luckily, they’re adorable even while getting themselves in trouble.
11. Corgi Mix With Pomeranian
Pomeranians are among the most popular toy dogs. They are especially loved by Hollywood celebrities, as stars Paris Hilton, Jeffree Star, and Sylvester Stalone are proud Pomeranian owners.
A Pomeranian Corgi mix is known as a Corgipom, and, surprisingly, it isn’t as popular as one might think. This is probably because purebred Pomeranians are still the sign of high-class, and any crossbreed is considered to be a mutt by many.
A Corgipom is a loud dog that loves to bark. He will be vocal about anything! Fortunately, the Pomeranian blood can make it easier to train, so you should be able to teach him out of this behavior rather quickly.
A Pomeranian Corgi mix will usually look like a smaller, fluffier Corgi. Still, since both parent breeds have double coats that shed frequently, they can be a grooming nightmare. Fortunately, they’ll win you over with their adorable personality and appearance.
12. Corgi Pug Mix
A Porgi has two parent breeds that have been loved by the royals. While the Corgi is the dog of choice for Queen Elizabeth II, Pugs and other flat-faced dogs have been loved by Chinese Emperors.
When you combine these two dogs, you’ll get offspring with rather a unique look. Most desired pups have a Pug’s brachycephalic head and a Corgi’s long body. While this combination isn’t for everyone, many dog lovers adore this cute breed.
Pugs are very calm dogs that don’t have high energy levels. Despite the Corgi’s playfulness, you can expect your Porgi to spend a lot of time napping and snoozing. Of course, this doesn’t mean they won’t be very energetic during playtime.
These are fairly quiet dogs, thanks to the Pug genes. This makes them amazing apartment dogs and a great option for people who work from home.
13. Corgi Mix Jack Russell
Despite how its name might sound, the Cojack isn’t some fancy heavy-duty tool. Instead, this is a crossbreed of a Corgi and a Jack Russell Terrier.
These pups have the Corgi’s short legs but the Jack Russel’s hyperactiveness. These are energetic dogs that can run around the whole day! They are friendly and intelligent but can be challenging to train due to their independent streak.
Cojacks are versatile dogs. You can take them outside for a game of fetch, or you can cuddle with them in bed. They’ll understand your energy and want to join in all you do.
The best thing with this crossbreed is probably that, unlike many other Corgi mixes, Cojacks don’t bark too much. While they’re not exactly quiet, they aren’t really vocal, either. This makes them suitable for living inside an apartment or a condo.