Pembroke Welsh Corgi
HundMittelGewicht 10–14 kgLebenserwartung 12–14 J.
The short-legged, big-hearted herder carries IVDD risk on par with the Dachshund — weight management is non-negotiable. An overweight Corgi is a spine waiting for trouble.
Wesen: Smart and headstrong, vocal, with strong herding instincts (heel nipping)
🩺 Typische Krankheiten & Risiken
Hoch
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
No jumping or stairs — build ramps
Hoch
Obesity
The biggest amplifier of spinal disease
Häufig
Hip dysplasia
Weight control + imaging
Häufig
Degenerative myelopathy (DM)
Senior hind weakness — DNA test available
Beobachten
Skin allergy
Seasonal itching is common
📋 Empfohlene Vorsorge & Frequenz
- #1Weight & BCS (monthly)
- #2Neurologic exam at once for any spinal sign
- #3DM DNA test (anytime)
🍚 Ernährung
Portion carefully; keep body condition slightly lean (BCS 4/9).
🛁 Tagespflege
Heavy double-coat shedding; avoid stairs and sofa jumps; swimming is ideal.
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