1. Corgi’s introduction and personality

Corgi, whose full name is Pembroke Welsh Corgi, is native to the United Kingdom. He was first known to people because he was the favorite of the Queen of England (the queen also has a girl). Heart?). Because of its round ears, short tail, short legs and big butt, it is becoming more and more popular on the Internet. Although the Corgi has short legs, it is classified as a medium-sized dog. The approximate weight of an adult dog is about 10 kilograms. Corgis have round, upright ears. After the puppies are born, their ears will basically stand up on their own around 2-3 months old. The time for the ears to stand up is only related to the absorption of calcium, and they will all stand upright.

Corgi Coat Color

There are two common coat colors of Corgi, yellow and white and yellow and black and white. The Corgi has a brother called the Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Although they look somewhat similar, they are completely different breeds. The most obvious thing is that Cardigan’s hair is usually gray-black. The Corgi was originally a cattle dog. Many of its characteristics, such as short legs, docked tail, erect ears, barking, and high energy, are also related to its "occupation." His slender and short stature allows him to nimbly shuttle among the cattle without frightening them. Originally, corgis had their tails cut short when they were born. This was done to prevent their tails from being stepped on by cattle when they were herding cattle. Now, tail docking may be more of a "habit" or convenience for showing their buttocks.

Corgis have high IQ

Corgis are relatively smart, ranking 11th in dog breed IQ (dog IQ ranking), so they are easy to train and have strong learning ability. Although the legs are short, they are quite agile and can be trained to participate in agility dog ​​competitions. Because he is full of energy and needs a lot of activities, you should pay attention to destructive behavior if he is kept at home. It is best to let him go outside to exercise often to consume energy. Daily exercise is suitable for running for 30 minutes every morning and evening, but strenuous exercise such as jumping down from high places should be avoided.

Emphasis on key points:

High energy, lots of exercise, enthusiasm (sometimes too much), some barking. Corgi Keywords: Butt Legs Queen Corgi’s famous saying: Wherever you fall, you will lie down?

2. Feeding points

Feeding amount is related to the dog’s age, personality and daily exercise amount. It is recommended to feed breast milk during the newborn puppy stage, which has the most comprehensive nutrition and provides maternal antibodies. When feeding during the weaning period, soak the dog food in warm water before feeding. At the same time, the milk powder can be supplemented with nutrients. At this stage, the dog food can be fed 3-4 times a day. After 3 months, dry food can be fed, and the feeding frequency can be reduced to once in the morning and once in the evening. Corgi dog food during the growth period should not be too bad, because the body with short legs is under a lot of pressure, and nutrition is very important during the growth period. As for what kind of food to feed, you can leave a comment below the article to recommend each other. &nBSP; Corgi is vigorous and afraid of heat, so keep fresh water to drink at all times. Because the intestines are also a bit sensitive, if you want to change food and milk, it is recommended to use the 7-day food change method.

Corgi growth chart:

Open eyes at 12-18 days. At 20-30 days, puppies' hearing and vision develop, they begin to learn to walk, and their deciduous teeth grow. After 30-45 days, the dog is weaned. On days 45-60, sleep gradually decreases and they begin to learn and play with each other. 2-3 months, most corgis erect their ears during this period, and it is also during this period that dogs begin to socialize. For 3 months, the puppy should be taken out frequently for socialization training to make it familiar with the surrounding environment. 4-7 months is the period of tooth replacement for Corgis. A small number of Corgis start to change teeth within four months. During this period, they should be given more molar snacks, toys and calcium supplements. Between 4 and 12 months, the beginning of teeth replacement also marks the beginning of Corgi’s awkward period. From 1 to 2 years old, the Corgi's body shape has generally stopped changing. However, 1 to 2 years old is an important shaping stage for the Corgi. All parts of the body begin to become rounded and harmonious, and the head and mouth gradually become wider from the tip. 2-7 years old is Corgi’s adulthood. For domestic Corgis, it is recommended that female dogs be sterilized before the age of two (six months at the earliest) to avoid the occurrence of reproductive diseases, while male dogs should be sterilized as early as possible because after sexual maturity, male dogs will have personality changes due to stimulation of sex hormones. Changes, especially when encountering a female dog in heat, will become restless and even aggressive. At 8-10 years old, Corgi has entered old age and his body is aging. Moreover, this period is a period of high incidence of various diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, tumors, kidney failure, joint diseases, etc. After the age of 10, obvious characteristics of old dogs appear, such as tooth loss, vision deterioration, slow reaction, gray coat, slow movement, etc. They have been with you all your life and have given you everything. Please take care of them carefully and patiently so that they can spend their remaining years peacefully.

3. Common diseases

Corgis were originally cattle dogs, so they were very active and consumed a lot of calories. However, now that they are mostly used as pet dogs, the biggest problem of Corgis is that they become obese easily. There are many other health problems caused by obesity. The living environment of ordinary families is not large, and Corgis do not get enough exercise. In addition to controlling their diet, it is also important to increase the amount of exercise.

Corgis are prone to diseases

The short legs and long body are also prone to intervertebral disc disease. If they are overweight, the incidence is even higher. In addition to avoiding obesity, strenuous movements such as jumping up and down should also be prohibited in order to reduce the burden on the spine. Hip dysplasia is also a genetic disease that may occur in Corgis and can easily lead to degenerative jointsinflammation, so weight control and joint care are very important. During the growth stage, old age, and obese people, you can appropriately supplement Bone Strengthener to reduce arthritis. In addition, progressive retinal degeneration is also a recessive genetic inheritance that needs attention, which will cause dogs to gradually lose vision. There is no cure, and the only way to prevent it is to avoid breeding offspring of such dogs. Other common diseases include cataracts, ectopic knee joints, epilepsy, etc. The issues of deworming, fleas, skin diseases and infectious diseases that all other dog breeds need to pay attention to cannot be ignored. Emphasis on key points: Although everyone loves to watch Corgis jump up and down, and there are many "funny" pictures of Corgis wrestling on the Internet, don't let Corgis climb stairs! Don't let your corgi climb the stairs! Don't let your corgi climb the stairs!

Four. Coat Characteristics and Beauty

Corgis have double layers of fur. The short and thick bottom layer of fur can keep warm, and the outer layer of fur can prevent dust and waterproof. This double-layered fur structure allows the Corgi to keep warm. Adaptable to any grazing weather. Corgis are a lost item on the dog shedding list. There is also a joke that Corgis shed their hair every year during the shedding season, twice a year and once every half a year. What else can be done? Brushing your hair every day will help you develop feelings. If your dog is groomed from an early age, it will be easier for the dog to accept it. Corgis themselves don’t have much odor. Depending on the degree of their skin, they can be bathed once every 10-14 days. Because Corgi’s hair is short, there is nothing to style it. In summer, it can be trimmed appropriately instead of shaved. In addition to the above mentioned, regular eye care is recommended because eye diseases are prone to occur. It is recommended that nails be checked and trimmed every three weeks. Each type of dog has its own characteristics. Because it is a cattle dog, it has short legs, thick hair, and high energy. At the same time, being domesticated requires a lot of exercise, barking control, and plenty of toys to play with. This is all in one. He is very cute and cute. Cute, but also has his naughty side. Corgis have a life span of about ten years. Please carefully understand the characteristics of Corgis. Once raised, refuse to abandon them. Please respect life and be responsible for them!