A Guide To Choosing The Perfect Corgi Puppies
A Corgi puppy is a great pet for young and old alike. They are gentle, caring, loyal, and have great herding and guarding instincts to keep you or your child safe. Their are two separate breeds of Corgi’s; the Cardigan Corgi and the Pembroke Corgi. Whichever one you choose you will get a great friend.
Before choosing a puppy you should always research a responsible breeder. Visiting the kennel is a good way to check things out. When visiting the kennels take note of the cleanliness and size of the kennels. They should be kept clean, and have adequate room for the puppies inside. The puppies should be well socialized, and the adults should have a good temperament and be well behaved. A good breeder is willing to answer questions and guarantee that he will take the puppy back if things don’t work out.
You should look for a healthy looking puppy (no runny eyes/runny nose, clean ears and skin, etc.) that is active, and likes people. Although the corgi is happy to lie by the fire, or hang out by your feet as you read a book, it is an active breed and enjoys playing ball ,Frisbee, and tug-o-war, sometimes to the point of exhaustion.
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.
A Corgis weight can be a problem. If you are not careful they can put on weight very fast. They love food and if they do overeat the risk of joint problems increases. Make sure to feed a balanced diet at routine times.
Before you choose your puppy, make sure you check Justin Gordon’s excellent free guide to owning Corgi puppies, and training Corgi puppies
Posted: February 7th, 2010 under Dogs.
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