How to Care for a Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Many people are drawn to the Pembroke Welsh corgi because of its small size and cute face. Corgis are intelligent and strong-willed dogs that require confident owners because the dogs can be quite assertive. They can end up in rescues and shelters if their owners fail to research the breed before adoption. By learning how to take of your corgi, you can gain a new best friend.
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Take the corgi out for exercise at least 15 minutes a day. It is important that the dog gets enough exercise and mental stimulation.
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Feed your pet a healthy diet. Corgis tend to gain weight easily, so you should avoid giving your dog too many treats between meals.
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Brush the corgi's coat with a bristle brush at least once a week. Corgis have long coats that require grooming.
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Take your corgi to the veterinarian for regular medical checkups. Keep vaccinations up to date, and give your dog heartworm preventive medication.
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Spay or neuter your corgi to prevent ovarian and testicular cancer and also to prevent pregnancy. Spay females before their first heat period, and neuter males before the age of 4.
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Tips & Warnings
Pembroke corgis can get along with other dogs if they are introduced to them at a young age.
Pembroke Corgis may be prone to hip dysplasia and back disorder, also cataracts and PRA (Progressive Retinal Atrophy), so stay on top of eye exams as well.
Some Pembrokes tend to get separation anxiety if they're away from their "main master."
NEVER BUY A CORGI FROM A PET STORE. Pet stores normally get their dogs from puppy mills. If buying a Corgi from a breeder, make sure to visit in person and see how the breeding dogs are cared for. Keep in mind that shelters and rescues have plenty of corgis that need homes and need saving.
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Comments
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graciegirl11
Jan 16, 2010
I adore Corgis!!! Great dog and well written article:) -
mvalora
Aug 21, 2009
I have 2 corgis and they are very spoiled. But we do keep them trim. They love to eat! Good article.
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Melissa Maroff
May 14, 2009
As far as diet, it will depend on whether she's feeding a commercial dog food or homemade diet. If it's a commercial dog food, there are a variety of good ones on the market. I help take care of my friend's Corgis and they get Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance. You want to avoid foods with corn, extra fillers and byproducts, so it's important to read the ingredients. Corgis also have a tendency to overeat, so she will need to pay attention to portions and make sure the dog gets enough exercise. They love to run and are a lot of fun.
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nairobat
May 12, 2009
I'm helping my daughter check dog breeds so she can find the right one for her before she decides to adopt. I was wondering...It says to feed them a balanced diet. What, exactly, might a balanced diet be for this breed of Corgi?
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agilepem
Jan 03, 2009
Corgis were bred to be herding dogs, and my two enjoy herding sheep (though they originally herded cattle). Because of their high food drive and intelligence, they are easy to train, and mine both compete in agility and obedience. They also shed a lot. Buy a good vacuum.
