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Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis

Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis have similar personality, jobs, and some physical features. They are both corgis, but the two breeds have become different over time. The oldest records date back to around the 10th century for both corgis. Which breed that came first has not been proven due to the lack of records, the likely reason for two separate breeds is that certain traits were passed on generation after generation. Eventually those certain traits formed both of the Pembroke and Cardigan Corgi breeds.

This is a pembroke corgi

Differences Between Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis

Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis have a few noticeable difference that can be seen at first look. Most of the time Pembroke Corgis do not have tails. Cardigan Corgis will have tails. Pembroke Corgis may still have their tails has some places will not allow their tails to be docked. The next thing is legs. Pembroke Corgis will have stubbier legs than Cardigan Corgis do. Both breeds are fast, but that is a easily noticeable difference. The last main difference is in the face. The features in both corgis’ faces are slightly different.

Similarities Between Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis

While there is a difference in Pembroke and Cardigan Corgis, there are similarities between the breeds too. Both Corgis were commonly used as herding dogs. Corgis are the smallest of the herding dogs but make up in speed. They were commonly used in the Wales for herding sheep but have also been able to herd many other types of animals too. Like in the first paragraph, both of the corgi breeds have similar personalities. While they may differ to some degree depending on how that corgi was raised, the energetic and loveable parts are always there.

Author of Cardigan Corgi Picture: Kubek15

Author of Pembroke Corgi Picture: Cmalaspina

Adopting a corgi and buying a corgi both has it’s benefits and problems. Which ever one is better for you will depend on what you are looking for when getting a corgi. Adopting a corgi would be better for those who are looking to get one for a family pet while buying a corgi would be for those who are more into competing.

Adopt A Corgi

When you adopt a corgi there are a few things that usually a corgi has been trained for already. Most adopted corgis are trained for one if not all of three things (leash, potty, and crate training). If he or she had just arrived not too long ago at the shelter then it is likely they haven’t been trained for any of those. Also when adopting a corgi, he or she will be up to date on his or her vaccines most of the time. Again this may depend on how long the corgi has been there for.

Adopting a corgi tends to mean your getting a corgi who is some where around the age of two to eight. This doesn’t mean you won’t find a corgi who is under two or over eight years old, but commonly dogs in a shelter will be within the range of those six years. Another thing to note is that you may want to check why that corgi ended up in the shelter. This can give you an idea on the personality of that corgi before you take him home. A corgi’s personality isn’t set in stone, you can change it if the previous owner abused that corgi and you provide that same corgi with a loving home and care. It just may take some time to change and during that time, you will have to be careful on how you interact with your adopted corgi.

Buying A Corgi

Buying a corgi is almost the exact opposite of adopting a corgi. When you buy a corgi, that corgi will usually be under a year old, most of time around only six to eight weeks old. They won’t be trained at all meaning you will have to train them and deal with the possible accidents in the house and other challenges of training.

Since the corgi is a puppy, his or her personality will be developing. Depending on how you raise him will shape your corgi’s personality. Most of the time, a corgi will reflect the owner’s personality in some way.

The major upside to buying a corgi is that your corgi will likely be a purebred. This is for owners who want their corgi to compete in major competitions and not really important for those who are looking for a pet.

Adopting Or Buying A Corgi: Which Is Better?

Each has its upsides and downsides. Adopting a corgi usually means the corgi you’re getting is trained, but yet is older. Buying a corgi usually means a younger corgi, purebred, and needs to be trained. Those looking to have a family pet would be better off with adopting a corgi while those who are looking at competing would want to buy a corgi.

Recommended Corgi Books

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Feeding your Corgis can be a problem sometimes. Especially when they become possessive of food. They may even up fighting over food, steal another Corgi’s food right in the middle of him eating it, or with treats, bite your hand in the process of giving it to them.

Corgis Fighting Over Food and What To Do

Corgis fighting over food can be caused by several things. First is that your Corgis are too close together when eating. They think one of them might try to steal their food and break into a fight if the other gets too close. Try having your corgis spaced out around the room, or even in different rooms while eating.

The other common cause of fighting is if a Corgi doesn’t know which bowl of food is for who. It is also a good idea to try and feed all of them in the same order every single time. That makes sure that each Corgi knows who’s food is going into what bowl. Using a bowl unique to each of your Corgi is another way help them differ between which food is for them.

Corgis Stealing Each Others Food

When a Corgi tries to steal another Corgi’s food, most of the time it will result in fighting. Sometimes the Corgi may give up the food to the other trying to take it, but it’s unlikely it’ll happen. The reason this happens is either that Corgi is setting the example that is more dominant, or that he is not getting enough food. Try putting them in separate rooms to keep this from happening. This problem will go away most of the time after a while  if you wait it out.

Corgis Who Are Impatient With Food

There are times when a Corgi will try and get to get their food and run. While taking a bite of your hand in the process. They happens to be more of a problem when giving them dog treats then with dinner, but is still a problem. Most of the time it start with the simple thing of your Corgi being impatient and they become more impatient every time. Eventually your Corgi will be grabbing the treat out of your hand.

This habit is fixable by using the same methods as you would with other things you would teach your Corgi. When your Corgi tries to be impatient and grab the treat out of your hand, command using the phrase ‘NO’ and wait for him to calm down a little bit. Once he has, praise him and give him the treat. If your Corgi has a habit of biting your hand while you give a treat to him, try dropping the next to him or tossing it to him.

Overview Of What To Do When Corgis Have Problems With Food

When your Corgis try to fight or food or steal each others food, remember to try and keep them separate even if it means putting them into different rooms. It’s better to have to do a little extra work than have them fight and possibly hurt each other. If you have a problem with a Corgi trying to grab a treat before your ready to give it to him, remember that this habit is possible to reverse. All it takes is a little teaching and will make a difference. Also try dropping or tossing the treat to him instead of handing it to your Corgis to prevent getting bitten by any of them.

For those who are planning on getting a Corgi for the first time or are wanting to learn more on the breed, here are two books, both a light read, that will teach you more or prepare you for owning a Corgi.

Training Your Corgis For Beginners

The first book is for those who plan to get a Corgi for their first time. This gives you the general information about raising your Corgi, but does not go into depth about the breed itself. For those who plan to get a Corgi for their first time, Click Here to get the book.

The History On Corgis

The second book is for those wanting to learn about the breed. This book goes more in depth on the breed rather than training and raising your Corgi. This book also covers history about Corgis too. For those who are wanting to know more about the breed and its history, Click Here to get the book.

About Both Books On Corgis

Each book is 160 pages, giving you a quick intro into either learning about raising your first Corgi or history. So whether you are getting a Corgi for the first time or wanting to know about the breed more, you can learn more about either one by getting the book today.

The average Corgi tends to be around 20 to 25 pounds, but can vary depending on size, age, and if he or she is a mix. If your Corgi happens to be a few pounds over or under it shouldn’t be a problem. But if he is over 30 pounds, then your Corgi could be overweight. There are several habits that can cause your Corgi to gain the extra weight.

First Cause Of A Overweight Corgi: Human Food

First is being the most commonly done among all dogs. Feeding your Corgi human food always contributes to making a dog fatter. This over feeds your Corgi which like humans, causes a gain in weight. Even if your Corgi is giving you the puppy eyes look and is begging for food, don’t give it to them. In the long run it will lead to bad habits and health problems. Note, foods that should never be given to your Corgi are chocolate, onions, and potatoes. These are poisonous to dogs and may cause illness or death if too much is eaten. If your Corgi eats a small amount keep an eye on him. If he seems to become sick or has eaten a large amount, take him to the vet immediately.

Second Cause Of A Overweight Corgi: Too Many Dog Treats

Besides the human food, dog treats can have the same effect. Giving your Corgi six treats a day on top of two or three bowls of food each day is just as bad. If you notice a gain in weight, try cutting back on the dog treats. Also cutting back on dog food can help reduce your Corgi’s weight or trying a different brand of dog food can help. Certain brands are designed for different breeds, ages, and sizes. So finding the right one for your Corgi may vary.

Overview Of What To Do If You Have A Overweight Corgi

The main cause of a Corgi being overweight is feeding them too much food. Human food can be far worse than dog food. Avoid giving your Corgi too many treats or your left overs of dinner as it can lead to health problems later. Although your Corgi might not be within the average of 20 to 25 pounds in weight, what is right for your Corgi can vary depending on age, size, or whether or not he or she is a mix. Ask your vet what weight your Corgi should be.

Whether you are wanting a spot for your Corgi to sleep in without covering everything in hair, or trying to prevent two thirds of your own bed from being filled up by that same dog, then getting a bed for your Corgi might be the solution. A dog bed is something many owners forget about getting when buying things for their Corgi. Leaving them to go find a spot on the hard floor and sleep there. Here are two beds which can be ordered to fit your Corgi.

A Bed To Fit Any Sized Corgi

The first dog bed is one that can be bought to fit your Corgi as well as hide hair with its color. Ranging from three different colors, white, gray, and brown, you can get the bed which best fits with the color of your Corgi’s hair or your carpet while having seven different sizes to choose from depending on how much space your Corgi prefers.  Click here to get a bed that was made for your Corgi.

A Bed For Any Corgi Being Potty Trained

The second is a bed that also comes in various sizes and colors, but has another thing which is very useful. This bed can be washed so in case an accident happens, it’s easily cleaned up. There are three color, green, gray, and dark brown, while there is also three sizes to choose from too. Click Here to get the bed which your Corgi will love.

Don’t forget that besides all the chew toys, bones, and treats that he or she gets, your Corgi may still be missing that comfortable spot to sleep on. Especially if he has been banned from the bed for taking up all the space at night.

Note: For Corgis under two years old, you may want to be careful about getting a bed for them. Because their teeth are still growing in, they may consider the bed a chew toy even if you’ve bought them a bunch of toys to chew on. Even thought they look cute, that doesn’t mean they won’t think of everything as their chew toy.

This is something that gets confused many times by Corgi owners. Play fighting and real fighting have slight differences between them. While one is a harmless thing for the most part, the other is a huge problem which can lead to worse things happening.

How To Tell If Your Corgi Is Play Fighting

Play fighting is harmless for the most part. Two Corgis are just playing. You can tell that it is play fighting by how the two Corgis are interacting. They pause frequently, usually will be more of prancing around all over the play instead of being in one spot, and it doesn’t end in any injuries. This is a harmless thing but can also turn into a full out fight.

Sometimes it can go wrong and lead to where they are really fighting. It is a good idea to check on the two Corgis every once in a while if they are play fighting to make sure it isn’t turning into anything violent. If you have a problem where the two Corgis are going from play fighting to real fighting, separate them but not with yourself. Putting yourself between two fighting Corgis, especially if you try using your hands to pull them apart, will get you bitten many of the times. If not worse.

How To Tell If Your Corgi Is Real Fighting

Real fighting may look like play fighting at some parts, but it is really a different thing all together. Real fighting tends to be a nonstop fight where each Corgi is viciously snapping at each other, stays in one spot, and tends to result in a injury to one, if not both of the Corgis. You can also tell by hearing the fight if your in another room. It sounds like a longer play fight that is more fierce.

When a real fight happens, try to separate the two Corgis but try not to put yourself between them. Especially avoid trying to pull them apart with your hands. This can result in an injury to yourself if you try this. Use an object such as a broom to stop the fighting. Most dogs in general don’t like brooms and it allows you to keep some distance between you and the fight when you separate them. To avoid more fights, keep the Corgis in different rooms when you are not watching them.

A Overview Of Corgi Play Fighting and Real Fighting

Play fighting and real fighting are two very different things that can either be a something harmless or a big problem. Even if your Corgis are just play fighting, keep an eye on them to make sure it doesn’t turn into anything more. Fighting can be a serious problem if it becomes out of control, possibly leaving one or both of your Corgis injured. If a fight does break out, separate the Corgis by using something like a broom. To prevent fights from happening again, separate the Corgis when your not watching them.

For those who have several Corgis, you may notice every once in a while that one of your Corgis is biting the back of the neck of the other. As long as fights don’t start breaking out, this is normal for a Corgi to do. It is a way of trying to dominate. This may happen a lot, but shouldn’t be a problem as long as one of two things don’t happen.

The First Problem With A Corgi Biting Another Corgi’s Neck: Fighting

First being that fights between the two Corgis don’t break out. Play fighting is not the type of fighting that is the problem, but the actual fighting that involves both of the Corgis trying to hurt each other. Sometimes this may end up with one or both of them being wounded. The difference between the two are noticeable by how both Corgis are acting. If fighting breaks out when one Corgi is trying to dominate the other by biting the back of the other’s neck, separate both of the Corgis when you are not watching them.

If you catch either one of them biting the back of the other’s neck, discourage it. But do not pull them away from each other by the collar. This may cause them to fight and hurt you in the process.  Telling the Corgi who is biting ‘no’ in a commanding voice and looking at him while doing should work if done enough. But depending on your Corgi, it may differ on how to train them not to do something.

The Second Problem With A Corgi Biting Another Corgi’s Neck: Loss Of Hair

Second, it’s unlikely this happens, but if the Corgi who is getting his or her neck bitten happens to start to go bald. Every Corgi is different so some may be more likely to have this issue than others, but it still is a possible problem.

If this happens, discourage the Corgi that is biting by looking at him while he is doing it or a second afterwards and telling him ‘no’ in a voice that is to command him or her not to bite the other Corgi’s neck. Each Corgi is different so you may need use different methods to teach your Corgi not to bite. If the Corgi with the neck that is getting bitten does not heal or gets infected, take him to the vet as soon as possible.

A Overview Of Why A Corgi Bites Another Corgi’s Neck

If one of your Corgis is biting the neck of another Corgi, it is natural for this to happen. It’s a way of dominating the other. But if it causes fights or the Corgi’s neck happens to not heal or gets infected, then there is a problem. Discourage the biting if either of these problems occur. It may take a while for it to work, and while you leave your Corgis unattended you should separate them until the problem is fixed.

There are three types of aggression that your corgi could have, dominance, possessive, or territorial. Two of the aggressions ( territorial and possessive ) may cause your corgi to attack to keep their area or item safe which could lead to a injury for your corgi or the other dog that your corgi thinks is trying to take what is theirs. If your corgi has any of these aggressions, you must train your corgi to behave in public before it ever goes out to see people or things may go wrong.

Dominance Aggression Of Corgis

Dominance aggression can be just try to stay top dog. Most of the attempts of dominance that any dog tries effects people who don’t know that their corgi is trying to be more dominant. Your corgi may try and gain dominance by your corgi eating first, getting on top of you if your playing close to the ground, you move out of the way when your corgi blocks you off, or your corgi wins any game that uses strength. Dominance aggression is one of the hardest to be trained to stop because of instinct. Being more dominant than your corgi will stop this from occurring.

Possessive Aggression Of Corgis

Possessive aggression commonly happens with the runt of the liter due to survival instincts and how a pack works. The main problem is trying not to get bitten by getting near what your corgi is guarding. The item may be something as simple as a bone in most cases or food. Your corgi’s aggression for possession of something tends to stop when he or she gets older. Possessive aggression may also be to protect you, which can be a problem if other dogs are around. Again this tends tends to fade away when your corgi gets older, but sometimes it may not. But like dominance aggression, being more dominant can help stop your corgi from being as possessive over stuff.

Territorial Aggression Of Corgis

Territorial aggression, tends to be similar to possessive, but differs in some parts. Your corgi is protecting something, usually an area which he or she claims is his, while allowing certain dogs or humans to pass. Anyone which your corgi considers a stranger may be warned then attacked if the warning is ignored. This can be a serious try of aggression depending on what your corgi is trying to protect. This type of aggression will occur in younger and smaller corgis. Many times it is because of instinct that this happens. When your corgi is older this aggression, like the others, will fade. But the same thing with being dominant can also fix this problem.