Corgi puppies make an excellent pet, especially for kids. The Corgi’s natural instinct to guard and herd will keep them safe, while their kind and gentle disposition makes them a great friend. The first choice you need to make is whether to choose a Pembroke or Cardigan Corgi. Both have the same gentle and loyal character, and whichever one you choose you will have a loyal dog.
Choosing a responsible breeder always comes before the choice of an individual puppy. Make sure that the kennels are clean, and the puppies are well-socialized. Also make sure that the adults are well- tempered and well-behaved. The adults are a great example of how the puppy may turn out. The breeder should be willing and able to answer questions, guarantee the puppy, and be willing to take the puppy back if it doesn’t work out.
The puppy that you ultimately do choose should be healthy looking and happy. The puppy should have no runny nose or eyes, have clean ears, skin and fur. Corgi puppies are great for hanging out with you while you relax, but they also like to be active. Taking your puppy out side to play ball or Frisbee for at least 20 minutes a day will make him a happy dog.
Corgis seem to have very few disease problems. There have been some incidences of progressive retinal atrophy, an eye disease that causes blindness, and hip dysplasia, spinal disc problems, autoimmune diseases, and cataracts can crop up. It is advised to have your Corgi x-rayed for hip dysplasia and other joint malformations, and eye examinations are recommended. There have been some temperament problems of late, manifesting as excessive barking and aggression, so care must be taken in selecting a breeder and a puppy.
Corgis love to eat, and weight can be an issue. Make sure to research your puppies food before feeding it to him to help prevent overfeeding. Overweight Corgis are more at risk for joint problems.
When the time comes to choose a puppy, make sure you check Justin Gordon’s excellent free guide to owning Corgi puppies, and training Corgi puppies
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