What do you need to prepare for raising a Corgi

The corgi dog has captured the hearts of countless people with its iconic short legs, peach hips and lively relatives. When you are full of joy and plan to welcome a corgi to become a new member of the family, you can't just see their cute side. There is a lot of preparation behind them. This is not only related to whether corgi can grow up healthily, but also affects its integration with the life of the whole family. We need to consider everything from material to psychological aspects.

Before raising corgi, we must do a good job of psychological construction. Corgi is energetic and energetic, and needs enough time to play and exercise every day. You need to be prepared and set aside at least half an hour to an hour every day to accompany it for a walk, play frisbee, or engage in other interactive games. If it is kept alone at home for a long time without companionship and activity, it may vent its excess energy by demolishing the house and barking wildly. Moreover, corgi is independent and has his own small temper. It is not easy to train him. You need to have enough patience and perseverance, and repeated guidance, so that he can develop good habits and behavior norms. In addition, corgi's life expectancy is generally 12-15 years, which means that in the long years ahead, no matter what difficulties you encounter, you should always take care of it and never leave.

In terms of material preparation, the first priority is the dog house. Although corgi is not big, he also needs a comfortable, warm and quiet space. You can choose a wooden or plastic kennel that is large enough to allow corgi to turn and stretch freely. Lay a soft cushion in the dog kennel. Old blankets and towel quilts are good choices. They can not only keep warm, but also give corgi a sense of security. If your home is spacious, you can also prepare a larger activity fence for it, where toys, food bowls, etc. can be placed to give it enough activity area.

A food bowl and a water bowl are essential. It is recommended to choose stainless steel or ceramic materials, which are not easy to breed bacteria and can also avoid the problem of black chin caused by plastic pots. The height of the food basin and the water basin should be moderate. It is better that corgi does not need to lower his head or raise his head too much when eating and drinking, so as to reduce the pressure on his cervical spine. Considering that corgi is easy to get fat, we choose a food bowl with a scale to facilitate precise control of feeding amount and avoid obesity due to overfeeding.

The selection of dog food is crucial. Corgi's intestines and stomach are sensitive, so he should choose high-quality dog food with balanced nutrition and easy digestion. Check the ingredient list and prioritize dog food that is primarily made from meat and contains rich vitamins and minerals. During the puppy stage, it is necessary to choose specialized puppy food to meet their nutritional needs for rapid growth and development; After reaching adulthood, adjust the type of dog food according to their physical condition, exercise level, and other factors. In addition to dog food, you can occasionally prepare some healthy snacks for corgi, such as chicken jerky, cheese grains, etc., for training rewards, but the amount of snacks should not exceed 10% of the total amount of food.

Traction ropes and dog tags are also essential items. When going out, the traction rope can ensure the safety of corgi and prevent it from getting lost or accident. Select the traction rope with good quality and proper length, and the adjustable style can meet the needs of corgi at different growth stages. The dog tag should be engraved with your contact information. In case corgi gets lost accidentally, a kind-hearted person can contact you in time through the dog tag to increase the chance of finding it.

Corgi has thick hair and serious hair loss. The comb has become an important tool for daily care. You can prepare a needle comb and a row comb to regularly comb its hair, which can not only reduce hair tangles, but also effectively clean up floating hair and reduce the situation of messy hair at home. It is recommended to comb at least 2-3 times a week, and the frequency of combing can be increased appropriately during the shedding season.

Cleaning and care products are also indispensable. The special pet shower gel is a must for corgi to bathe. Its pH is more suitable for dog skin and can protect skin and hair health. The frequency of bathing should not be too high, once every 1-2 weeks in summer and once every 3-4 weeks in winter. Excessive bathing may damage the oil balance of corgi's skin. In addition, it is necessary to prepare ear wash, eye drops, toothpaste, toothbrushes, etc., and regularly clean the ears, eyes, and mouth to prevent diseases. Ear wash can clean the dirt in the ear canal and prevent the growth of ear mites; Eye drops can keep the eyes moist and prevent eye inflammation; Brushing teeth can maintain oral hygiene and reduce problems such as bad breath and tartar.

For corgi, toys are not only entertainment partners, but also good helpers who consume energy. Corgi likes to chew. Rubber toys and chews can meet his needs for grinding teeth and prevent him from biting furniture. Ball toys can exercise their athletic abilities, while frisbees can enhance interaction between you and them. Prepare a variety of different types of toys and rotate them regularly to keep corgi fresh about toys.

Corgi also needs to consider the economic cost. In addition to the cost of purchasing corgi himself, the daily expenses of dog food, snacks, toys, cleaning and nursing supplies, etc., cost several hundred yuan per month. In addition, medical expenses such as vaccination, regular physical examinations, and medical treatment for illness cannot be ignored. Budget well in advance to ensure that corgi has enough financial capacity to take care of his life and health.

When you are full of expectation to meet corgi, making these preparations is to lay a solid foundation for his happy life. In the future, corgi will repay you with his enthusiasm and loyalty, bring you countless happiness and warmth, and become an irreplaceable important member of the family.