Description

Cardigan Welsh Corgis require a moderate amount of daily exercise. Weekly brushing and occasional bathing will help to control moderate shedding.

Temperament

Some Cardigan Welsh Corgis are friendly; others are shy of strangers. Ask to see the parents and evaluate their temperaments. Well-bred dogs dogs are friendly and make good family dogs. Corgis make good watchdogs.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi Housebreaking

Housebreaking the Cardigan Welsh Corgi requires consistency on your part. Dogs are creatures of habit, and knowing the tips and tricks of training will make the process so much easier and less stressful.

Puppy Housebreaking     Adult Marking & Retraining

Find a Puppy: Cardigan Welsh Corgi

If you are looking for a puppy or adult dog, please read our important information on choosing a puppy from a breeder and adopting a dog from a rescue. There are good dog breeders and good dog rescues and there are bad dog breeders and bad dog rescues. Our information will help you to make an informed decision and will give you tips on what to look for and what to avoid.

Pet shops are not the best place to look for a puppy. Dogs from pet shops often come from puppy mills, and puppy mill dogs are often kept in unhealthy conditions. The best way to end puppy mills is to rescue or buy from reputable sources.

Nutrition

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi should only be fed high-quality dog food targeted toward the dog’s age, whether puppy, adult, or senior. Avoid cooked bones and food with high fat content. Talk to your veterinarian if you have concerns about your dog’s weight.

Training

The Cardigan Welsh Corgi is extremely eager to please their owners. At the very least, these dogs can benefit from learning basic commands, like sit, come, and stay. Because this breed is highly intelligent and easily bored, it is important to give them multiple challenging toys to keep this breed occupied.

Health

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Watch for PRA, glaucoma, Von Willebrand’s disease, disk disease.