Question about weight?
Ein is 1 year and 3 weeks old and he is 18.5 lbs. I feed him 1 cup of Canidae All Life Stages everyday and he gets a moderate amount of exercise.
Is his weight normal compared to other 1 year old corgis?
I heard that if you can't see a dog's ribs, but you can feel them, then their weight is normal. But I was wondering if he was underweight because I read this on PWCCA's website
"Weight is in proportion to size, not exceeding 30 pounds for dogs. In show condition, the preferred medium-sized dog of correct bone and substance will weigh approximately 27 pounds."
There are pictures and videos on my profile, if that helps.
Is his weight normal compared to other 1 year old corgis?
I heard that if you can't see a dog's ribs, but you can feel them, then their weight is normal. But I was wondering if he was underweight because I read this on PWCCA's website
"Weight is in proportion to size, not exceeding 30 pounds for dogs. In show condition, the preferred medium-sized dog of correct bone and substance will weigh approximately 27 pounds."
There are pictures and videos on my profile, if that helps.
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Permalink Reply by John Wolff on
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Show him to knowledgeable breeders/vets etc. anytime you get a chance, ask them. I'd think it depends on his skeletal size. Some dogs are smaller. I don't think Al grew a whole lot after his first year.
There are some prime male corgis definitely over 30 lbs.; I think some breeders go for slightly large size esp. if they're breeding working dogs.
Seems to be a strong tendency to overfeed corgis; I see lots of overweight ones. You could try feeding him a bit more and then cut back if that results in more skin fat.
Hard to give a corgi too much exercise, once they're about a year old (I was told to take it a bit easy until 1 year). Tennis balls, soccer ball.
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Permalink Reply by Wendt Worth Corgi's on
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There are different body types w/Corgis. Some are more muscular then others....more bone. There can be some that don't look the weight they hold. Can you see his ribs? Do you feel or see a back bone? You shouldn't be able to visibly see ribs but be able to feel them w/o pressing really hard. Does he have the hour glass figure when you look at him standing over him? Its the overall appearance of the dog not a particular weight category. I don't care if a Corgi is suppose to be between the range of 25-28 lbs. but more the weight of your dog is ideal for him. Every dog develops at different levels. You have your averages but w/in those averages is a little room for difference. Yes..he seems on the small side per his weight but that doesn't mean you have any less of a Corgi. Do you plan to show? Breed? Love him and just keep him healthy. I will go look at your pictures but I am sure he is fine.
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Permalink Reply by disraeli ears on
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My Corgis both gained weight and length during their second year. My little Andy (she is petite all over) only weighed 17 pounds at a year; she is now around 24.
Ein will probably have a growth spurt around 18 months.
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Permalink Reply by Josh on
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Seamus got freakin BIG fast. He isnt even a year yet and he's already 20 lbs. But some just dont grow that big. We've met lots of corgis that were much smaller and older. The owner's always say they were the runt of the litter or thats just how big they are going to get. Usually the parents that sired them are a pretty good indicator for how big your dog is going to get. ...or if they're going to rip up the carpeting in your apartment from the floorboards when you arent looking.
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Permalink Reply by Chester on
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Chester is 5 months and already weighing in at 18 lbs. 11oz. and we only feed him 1/3 cup three times a day.
Thing is you can clearly see his ribs and everything.
All corgis are different. If you are curious around how bit your corgi will get, if its still possible, contact the breeder and ask about how big his his parents are. There you will kind of get an idea as to how big your Ein will eventually be.
Hope this helps.
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Permalink Reply by Owen's Mom on
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I'm going by the waist line and the vet with Owen. In Dec he wayed 20lbs at the vet and he feels heavier. The breeder thought he would be a bit smaller but after reading these posts I'm not sure. He is 8 months old and I feel like between 20-22 lbs. He is a tank!
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Permalink Reply by Melvin Brock on
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My Belle is 1yr 3 months and is about 16lbs. She too is small and I wonder will she ever grow. She does a lot of running and fun time with our Westi. Her mom was small but not this small. As a breeder of other breeds it is best to have a thin dog as compared to overweight. Good luck
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Permalink Reply by Lucy Hicks on
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LIlly is same age as your Ein. Twice a day she gets 3/4 cups of dry dog food. Also in the a.m. I put a little cottage cheese (very little) on her food and in the p.m. dribble salmon oil on her food. She weighs 24 pounds and looks skinny. I keep wondering when she will fill out like you see with other cardigans. Now, I am wondering if she is getting too much food> (yes, she has been spayed)
Oh, my vet told me another way to check about weight - make sure they have a 'waist'. They are suppose to curve inward by the back hips.
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Permalink Reply by Sam on
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Once again this is the "standard" that they are looking for. Variations occur due to the breeding choices, the parents, overall genetics and such. In his pictures he looks like a typical growing corgi that is in the lanky stage. I can assure you he will fill out. He does sound a bit smaller then many males of his age but it really has no bearing on his wonderful qualities as a pet. He looks well groomed and in terrific condition. Just remember as he grows and reaches his adult weight you may need to watch the amount you feed. Pups need a bit more food for growing then mature adults. Just remember to be able to palpate his ribs and see a waistline. His ribs should feel like it has a light quilt over them but easily palpable.
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Permalink Reply by Mandy on
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Zod weighs 19 lbs, 4oz (we just went to the vet for a check up last weekend). He has maintained this weight since he was about a year old (he just turned 3). A few friends had commented on him looking "skinny" so I checked in with my vet on his weight specifically. She said he is a perfect weight for his build (he does have a small frame for a corgi) and looking at your pictures you dog looks to be the proper weight as well. The vet made an interesting point in that we are so used to seeing overweight pets that our perception of "proper weight" has been distorted. She also told me that with Corgis it is very important to monitor the weight because the breed tends to be slightly overweight as they age. I have had several vets tell me that feeling the ribs is a sign of healthy weight as well, so I do feel confident in using that as a guideline.
Keep in mind that the weight guidelines are for show dogs, which also have length and height requirements. Ein probably has a smaller bone structure than the 'average' corgi, hence the "weight is in proportion to size" part of the statement.
FYI- Zod eats 3/4 of a cup of Nutro Natural choice a day (and has since he turned one) along with a few treats. He also gets a moderate amount of exercise every day.
I hope this helps. :)
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