Pembroke Welsh Corgis are famously food-motivated, which makes training easy — but also means weight management is a constant consideration. A fit Corgi should have a visible waist when viewed from above.
Daily Calorie Needs
An adult Corgi (9–12 kg) typically needs 600–750 calories per day, split into two meals. Active dogs may need more.
- High-quality dry food with named meat as the first ingredient
- Supplemented with cooked or raw protein 2–3 times per week
- Fresh vegetables as treats: carrot, cucumber, broccoli florets
What to Avoid
- Overfeeding — Corgis will eat as much as you give them
- Table scraps high in fat (risk of pancreatitis)
- Grapes and raisins (toxic to all dogs)
- Xylitol (sweetener found in some peanut butters)
Healthy Treats
Keep treats to under 10% of daily calories. Good options: a piece of apple (seeds removed), a baby carrot, or a few blueberries.
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