You can never be too careful when protecting your corgis. For example, I don’t leave mine unattended in my car because there’s a real danger someone will break in and steal them.

Here’s a story that reinforces the need to protect your Welsh corgis from external dangers. Even your back yard isn’t necessarily safe.

A couple came home to discover that their corgi had been fatally attacked by coyotes in their home’s back yard. The details of the story make it clear that the poor little corgi suffered quite a bit before being put to sleep by a veterinarian.

While a coyote attack may be a minimal risk for your corgi, how many other risks are just sitting around because there’s so many other things to do in your work and personal life? A chocolate candy bar left unattended could kill your dog if he eats it.

No one can provide a perfectly safe environment for corgis to live — but always be aware of the risks and do what you can to minimize them.

As for the corgi that was killed by the coyotes, the story notes that she was rescued from an animal shelter several years ago. Although the death was horrible, chances are her owners prolonged her life by rescuing her from the shelter. One hopes that they honor her memory by saving another corgi through adoption.

Hat tip to the Valencia County News-Bulletin.

If you’re interested in adopting a corgi from a rescue organization, check out this website’s adopt-a-corgi page.