Heel-nipping needs an answer on day one
Driving cattle by nipping heels is the job description. Redirect to a toy the instant it appears, and never let ankle-chasing become a game.
Herding Group
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
A full-sized herding brain on very short legs. Corgis are funny, capable, and considerably more opinionated than their popularity online suggests.
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What to work on first
Three things that matter more than the rest
Protect the back and manage weight
Long spine, short legs, and a strong appetite. Discourage jumping down from height and measure the food.
Give the voice a rule
Corgis bark with purpose. Teach a 'thank you, enough' cue early rather than trying to suppress it later.
Where it usually goes wrong
Common challenges with the Pembroke Welsh Corgi
- Nipping at heels
- Barking
- Weight gain and back strain
Behaviour that involves biting, real fear, or a sudden change in an adult dog is not a training problem until a vet has ruled out a medical one.
Recommended equipment
What our guidance for this breed calls for
Chosen against the training plan above, not against a supplier's bestseller list.
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