Summer week 3 Quadruped animation

This is the reference I was looking for. Unlike the Corgi rig I used, the dog in the reference video has longer legs, which allows me to better observe the movement of the legs.

However, corgis have short legs, a long body, and a distinctive movement pattern due to their proportions, which sets them apart from other quadrupeds

Short Legs: Corgis’ legs are much shorter relative to their body length. This results in a quicker, choppy gait compared to longer-legged breeds.

Long Body: Their extended torso moves slightly more than other dogs during walking or running, with a noticeable side-to-side sway.

Paw Positioning: Their paws land more under their body center due to their shorter legs and body structure, giving their walk a compact appearance

Lift and Swing: Corgi paws lift only slightly off the ground during movement. Avoid over-exaggerating the arc of the foot in the swing phase.

Placement: Their paws typically land in line with their body (not splayed outward) for stability.

Tail Dynamics: If the Corgi has a tail, include a subtle wagging or balancing motion that complements the gait.

So I also looked for reference videos of corgis walking online to achieve a more effective search

After that, I animated this locomotion

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