Corgi and Small Animals?

I have 3 guinea pigs at home and I can't keep my 7month old Corgi near them. I had to fence them up with a playpen because Barney would attempt to 'jump' into their open cage and terrorize them :(

When I carry my piggys he would keep jumping up on me in attempt to bite/grab them, I tried introducing them to him but he kept sniffing and licking them violently that my Guinea pigs feel uncomfortable.

He gets very excited when my pigs start running around their enclosure.

I've seen videos and images of Corgis with small furry animals, anyone with the same experience who can care to give me some advise?

Should I wait for him to mature before I introduce them again since he is a playful puppy now?

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Permalink Reply by Rachael & Waffle on April 27, 2011 at 3:50pm

My dog is FANTASTIC around small animals. We had a litter of baby mice and he cared for them like a true dad. He is pals with the ferret, too. But, his behavior is pretty atypical. I do have to add that he pokes/licks new animals very hard. I just take the animal away when he gets too rough and make it so he can look at it and maybe sniff it, but not do anything else.

Lots of small exposures should reduce your corgi's excitement around your guinea pigs. The second she begins to get too rough, pull the guinea pig away and give a stern NO. Wait five minutes, then try again. Eventually, you may be able to work your way to putting the piggies on the ground. Use your best judgement with this. Most dogs have too much of a prey drive to be safe with small animals for long.