Save the Corgis

If all domestic dogs were to go extinct except for a single breed of our choosing, the breed that should be saved is the Welsh Corgi because they are adaptable, affectionate, and adorable. Corgis are often thought of as “big dogs on short legs” because although they average a height of between 25 and 30cm, they have personalities reminiscent of bigger dog breeds. Corgis are playful and energetic, yet not so energetic that they are impossible to tire out, which—along with their smaller stature—makes them a versatile breed that could be suited to almost any owner. They are very friendly and attentive dogs that love to play and enjoy being involved, which makes them great pets. They are small but not spindly—they are stocky dogs and are very athletic. Corgis also highly adaptable: they can live in a variety of housing arrangements provided that they are able to get at least a moderate amount of exercise, and are comfortable in a wide range of temperatures, so they can live in most areas of the world with no major problems. Corgis were originally bred to be herding dogs, so they are intelligent, independent, and easily trainable. They still have herding instincts and so could be put back into work herding livestock on farms, and, because of these herding origins, they are highly alert and aware of their surroundings, which makes them good watchdogs. Overall, the Welsh Corgi is a well-rounded breed that can suit a variety of different environments, which makes it an ideal candidate to be saved should the rest of the world’s dogs go extinct.