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Pembroke Welsh Corgi Puppy Training Manual

From 8 Weeks

A play bow toward a colourful ball: give the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's movement-control instincts safe, low-impact outlets.

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A play bow toward a colourful ball: give the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's movement-control instincts safe, low-impact outlets.

Breed profile

Training group: Herding and cattle dogs
Origin: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi originated in Wales as a low-set cattle-herding dog, moving stock in part by working at their heels.
Shoulder height: Approximately 25–30 cm
Weight: Males approximately 10–12 kg; females approximately 9–11 kg
Coat: Medium-length double coat
Coat care: Build voluntary acceptance of brushing, coat checks, airflow and dryer noise. Increase brief, comfortable brushing during seasonal shedding rather than forcing a long session.
Drive keywords: Controlling movement · Heel gripping · Cooperation with people · Food motivation
Handling practice: Condition double-coat brushing, line-by-line coat checks, airflow and dryer noise in brief voluntary steps, increasing frequency during seasonal shedding without increasing force. · Teach calm ramp use and cooperative lifting with one arm supporting the chest and the other supporting the hindquarters; do not let the body dangle.

General reference ranges only; individual dogs vary considerably.

Keep the plan, update the details

Train the dog in front of you: protect sleep, lower difficulty, reinforce the behaviour you want and ask for help early.

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Prepared by FluffyWA Pty Ltd · Southern River, Western Australia.

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