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Pembroke Welsh Corgis
Pembroke Welsh Corgis, renowned for their charming personality and distinctive appearance, embody the epitome of affectionate and devoted companionship. These delightful dogs have an inherent love for family life, seeking active involvement in daily activities and forming deep bonds with their owners. Known for their loyalty, Corgis have a tendency to follow their human counterparts wherever they go, creating an endearing sense of camaraderie that makes them cherished members of the household.
What sets Pembroke Welsh Corgis apart is not only their affectionate nature but also their remarkable intelligence and eagerness to please. Their innate desire to make their owners happy translates into an enthusiasm for learning and training that makes them stand out in the canine world. This eagerness to please, coupled with their sharp minds, renders them highly trainable, making them a joy for owners seeking an interactive and responsive companion.
Ranked as the eleventh smartest dog breed, Pembroke Welsh Corgis showcase their intelligence through their quick grasp of commands and an ability to adapt to various training techniques. Their intelligence is not only apparent in their ability to learn quickly but also in their problem-solving skills and intuitive understanding of human emotions.
Whether it's mastering new tricks, participating in obedience training, or simply being a loving presence at home, Corgis' easygoing and trainable nature makes them a wonderful choice for families and individuals alike. Their intelligence, combined with an affectionate disposition, creates a harmonious balance, making Pembroke Welsh Corgis not just adorable companions but also valued members of the family who enrich the lives of those fortunate enough to share their homes with these remarkable dogs.
Things to Know
What to be prepared for with your new family member
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Grooming
The Pembroke has a thick, weatherproof double coat—a soft, light undercoat covered by a coarse outer coat. The breed sheds a fair amount on a daily basis, and even more so in the late spring/early summer. A daily once-over with a comb and a slicker brush will remove a lot of the shed hair before it is all over the house. During shedding season, baths help to loosen the dead hairs—the dog must be completely dry before brushing begins—and a rake helps strip out the undercoat. As with all breeds, the Corgi’s nails should be trimmed regularly, and ears checked to be sure they are clean and healthy.
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Behaviour
Besides herding, they also function as watchdogs due to their alertness and tendency to bark only as needed. Most Pembroke's will seek the attention of everyone they meet and behave well around children and other pets. It is important to socialize this breed with other animals, adults, and children when they are very young to avoid any anti-social behaviour or aggression later in life. Due to their herding instinct, they love to chase anything that moves, so it is best to keep them inside fenced areas. The herding instinct will also cause some younger Pembroke's to nip at their owners' ankle. (Which you correct consistently, and it will stop this behaviour).
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Activity
A strong, athletic little dog developed to herd cattle and other livestock, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi loves physical activity and is happiest when he has a job to do. Corgis benefit from moderate daily exercise to maintain their physical and mental health. Pembrokes can do well on long walks or slow jogs, but their short legs won’t allow them to keep up with a bicycle rider. (Our corgis do!) Avoid extreme heat or cold, and always provide plenty of cool, fresh water after exercise. Many Pembrokes enjoy and excel at canine activities such as agility, herding, obedience, and tracking events.
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Diet
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should do well on a high-quality dog food, whether commercially manufactured or home-prepared with your veterinarian's supervision and approval. Any diet should be appropriate to the dog's age (puppy, adult, or senior). Some dogs are prone to getting overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treats can be an important aid in training, but giving too many can cause obesity. Learn about which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. Check with your vet if you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet. Clean, fresh water should be available at all times.
Our Service FAQ's
WHAT AGE CAN MY PUPPY COME HOME TO ME?
We do not let puppies to leave to their new homes until AFTER 8 weeks of age.
Their social development is especially important in the span of 5-7 weeks of age,
Where their interactions with their siblings, humans and mother~play an important part
in teaching them manners and acknowledging their Mother is in charge. They learn lots from their mother and siblings in the last week before coming to you!
WILL MY PUPPY BE CRATE TRAINED & POTTY TRAINED?
Your Puppy will be started on both, but training will not be completely done by the time
The puppy leaves at 8 weeks of age. So you will continue with both, but the puppy will have
The firm basics to continue, and they are smart and catch on fast with consistent training.
We will have tools to help you on our website to make it a success! General rule is about 10-15 minutes after the puppy eats or drinks is a good time for a potty break!
WHAT AMOUNT SHOULD I BE FEEDING MY PUPPY & HOW MANY TIMES?
We feed your puppy twice a day, morning and night. You can work it around your schedule.
Amount fed is approximately 2/3 cup, broken into the two feedings, treats are included in this amount. Obesity is the #1 problem with Corgis. Keep them on slimmer side and they will be healthier. Consult with your veterinarian as to your dogs perfect weight.