Hello, fellow pet parents! Welcome to my ultimate guide on feeding Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
In this guide, I will cover how much to feed a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, how often to feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgi; when to feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgi, what foods to feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgi, what foods to avoid feeding your Pembroke Welsh Corgi; and other questions you may have about your Pembroke Welsh Corgi’s nutrition.
You can read the article to the end, or go through the table of contents below and jump to the section that answers the questions you have on your mind.
- Pembroke Welsh Corgis Nutritional Requirements
- Factors Affecting The Feeding Of A Pembroke Welsh Corgis
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi Feeding Amount
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi Feeding Frequency
- Pembroke Welsh Corgi Feeding Schedule
- Food To Feed Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi
- Food To Avoid Feeding Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi
- When To Transition Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi From Puppy Food To Adult Food
- Why Is My Pembroke Welsh Corgis Not Eating?
- Why Is My Pembroke Welsh Corgi Always Hungry?
- Frequently Asked Questions on Feeding A Pembroke Welsh Corgis
- Final Thoughts
When it comes to Corgi, we can’t get enough of this adorable and energetic pup. If you are curious about Corgi’s diet, I will go into details from my personal knowledge of working for a vet on every feed question you might have.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are herding dogs. They are also very active and energetic, which just makes us love them more. The food of your beloved pet must contain all of the essential nutrients needed for optimal growth in order for them to live their best life and stay healthy.
Let’s jump into the article.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis Nutritional Requirements
Corgis are naturally active and athletic, their little bodies are just busting with energy. Giving your corgi anything but the stipulated diet will cause various health problems for your adorable pet. Some of these problems will be malnutrition problems such as weight loss, skin issues, low energy, and difficulty breathing.
Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi meal when they are in their growing phase should majorly consist of 22 to 25% protein as puppies, 18% protein, 8% fats as pups, 5% fats as adults; fiber, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi’s source of fiber should come from nutritious vegetables like broccoli, carrots, cabbage, and sprouts, while its source of protein must come from animal flesh like fish, chicken, turkey, lamb, beef, and organ meat. Its source of fat must come from vegetables and fish oil.Â
Nutritional Requirement for a Pembroke Welsh Corgis Puppy
The diet of a Pembroke Welsh Corgis puppy and adolescent should consist of 22 to 25% protein, 8% fat, and 6% fiber. At this stage, your Corgi will need all the nutrients in order to grow healthy muscles and for energy requirements.
Nutritional Requirement for an Adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis
The meal plan for mature and adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis should consist of 18% protein, 5% fat, and 4% fiber. At this stage your pup is done growing, so they would need less protein and fats in their diet to prevent obesity, adult corgis at this stage are very active and will meet the optimal amount of nutrients for energy generation and to live healthily.
Nutritional Requirement For a Senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis
At this stage, your corgi is less active than in other stages, and with old age comes some health complications, most of these complications can be prevented or managed by feeding your senior Corgi the right nutrients.
Some of these nutrients are vitamins and minerals to maintain healthy bone and immune function. The food your pet will eat at this stage of its life should ideally consist of 23% protein, 9% fat, and 7% fiber.
Factors Affecting The Feeding Of A Pembroke Welsh Corgis
There are some factors that will affect the diet of your Pembroke Welsh Corgis such as the size of the breed, its age, its activity level, and its underlying health conditions.
Let’s take a quick look at those factors before we jump into the quantity of food to feed your dog.
Size consideration
The average length of a Pembroke Welsh Corgi is 10-12 inches (25-30cm) from the sole of its feet to its shoulder. The weight of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Male 24-31lbs (11-14 kg) and Female 24-28 Inches (11-13 kg).
The size of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi will determine the number of calories it can consume per day, males are usually larger than females, so males usually need more calories than females.
Age consideration
Corgis at different ages will require a different quantity of nutrients and different sizes of calories for optimal development.
The puppy stage is where most of the growing is done, so naturally, this stage will require more body-building nutrients like proteins, fats, and minerals, the adult stage is the active stage.
This is the phase where dogs are the most energetic and will require nutrients that help in energy generation. The senior stage is to maintain health and agility, so nutrients that help in boosting the immune system and healthy bones are optimal.
Activity Level
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are athletes and as such, they must maintain a strict diet to keep their energy in equilibrium. As a responsible pet parent, you should never feed your corgi low-quality feed.Â
Foods high in sodium and high fat should be avoided as this can cause obesity and other health issues. These fast foods don’t contain the nutrients that would make your dog perform to the best of its abilities.
Health Consideration
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are prone to certain health conditions which should be taken into consideration in their diets if you wish to manage or prevent them from those issues.
Some health issues that affect your dog breed include cataracts, canine cancer, hip dysplasia, and degenerative myelopathy.
Some of these health issues can be managed or prevented by taking the right step toward the right nutritional regimen.
Buying cheap feed most likely low in essential nutrients can trigger some of these health problems, which can lead to a visit to the vet causing you to pay a hefty sum to get your pet treated.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Feeding Amount
Your Pembroke Welsh Corgis just like any other dog breed will require different amounts of food according to their stage of development. The amount of food a puppy will need will be different than the amount of food an adult will need according to their nutritional requirement.
On average, feed your puppy Pembroke Welsh Corgi 1.40 to 2.27 cups of food that has 552 to 994 Kcal per day; feed your adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis 1.27 to 1.55 cups per day that has 733 to 780 Kcal per day, according to its activity level; and feed your senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis 0.66-0.70 cups per day, that has 350 to 450 Kcal per day.
I will provide you with charts below to help you plan your dog’s meals from its puppy years to its senior years. However, this meal plan is not a one-size-fits-all. It’s just a general guideline that should be followed based on your dog’s needs and recommendations from your vet or dog nutritionist.
How Much To Feed Your Puppy Pembroke Welsh Corgi?
The meal meant for your puppy and adolescent should be very rich in protein and contain a moderate amount of fats that can be gotten from animal meat for them to grow into healthy adults.
A Pembroke Welsh Corgis puppy should be given 1.40 to 2.27 cups of food per day that contains 550 Kcal to 998 Kcal of nutrients based on its age, weight, size, gender, and physical activity.
The feeding requirement of your puppy is given in detail in the charts below:
| Age | Daily Food Quantity (Cups) | Kilocalories(Per day) | Protein | Fats |
| 2 months | 1.40 – 2 | 552 – 750 | 22 – 25% | 8% |
| 3 months | 1.5 – 2.10 | 603– 840 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 4 months | 1.80 – 2.20 | 750 – 930 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 5 months | 1.63-2.33 | 560-732 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 6 months | 1.98-2.55 | 648-797 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 7 months | 2.10-2.78 | 678-866 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 8 months | 1.90-2.47 | 706-869 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 9-10 months | 2-2.57 | 732-928 | 22.5% | 8% |
| 11-12 months | 2.02-2.75 | 762-994 | 22.5% | 8% |
Following the guidelines above will aid in bone development, and muscle growth, and strengthen their immune system to fight off common bacteria and viruses that can lead to some health complications.
 How Much To Feed Your Adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis?
The nutritional requirements in the meal of an adult Pembroke Welsh Corgi are different from that of a puppy. The food of a mature Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a lesser percentage of proteins and fats to prevent obesity.
An adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis should be given 1 to 2 cups of food per day that contains 800 to 1253 Kcal of nutrients based on its age, weight, size, gender, and physical activity.
The chart below will give you an understanding of the daily consumption needs of adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis to help you with their meal plan.
| Age | Daily Food Quantity(Cups) | Kilocalories(Per day) | Protein | Fats |
| 1 – 6 years | 1.27 – 1.55 | 733 – 780 | 18% | 5% |
How Much To Feed Your Senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis?
Senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis are generally less active than their younger counterparts due to fragile bones and joints. This means their meals will contain lesser quantities of calories, protein, and fat.
Geriatric Pembroke Welsh Corgis often have a host of health issues like a sensitive stomach and tend to be picky eaters when it comes to commercial dog food and their favorite kibble.
Senior and Geriatric Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppies should be given 1-2 cups of food per day that contains 450 to 1,100 Kcal of nutrients based on their age, weight, size, gender, and health issues.
The table below gives you some details about the meal plan of older Pembroke Welsh Corgis.
However, you must still ensure that they get the essential nutrients they need.
| Age | Daily Food Quantity(Cups) | Kilocalories(Per day) | Protein | Fats |
| 7 years and above | 0.66-0.70 | 350 – 450 | 23.5% | 13% |
You can continue giving your senior Corgi the same food you gave them as an adult, only in lesser quantities as they don’t need as many calories as adult dogs. However, you should still consult your vet or pet nutritionist to be on the safe side.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Feeding Frequency
Your Pembroke Welsh Corgis meal frequency will vary the same as the feeding amounts, which is majorly dependent on its age. Below is the list of how often to feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgis:
How Often Should You Feed Your Pembroke Welsh Corgis Puppy?
•     During the weaning process or at 8 weeks old and below: feed them four times a day at equally spaced intervals.
•     8 weeks to 9 months old: feed them three times a day at equally spaced intervals.
•     9 months to 12 months old: gradually transition to feeding them two times a day with 12 hours of spacing between meals. Ideally, one meal in the morning and the other in the evening.
How Often Should You Feed Your Adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis?
You should feed your adult Pembroke Welsh Corgis two times a day, with 12 hours of spacing between meals.
How Often To Feed Your Senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis?
You should feed your senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis two times a day except given a specific schedule by a vet.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Feeding Schedule
•     Pembroke Welsh Corgis’ puppies should be free-fed or fed in the morning, afternoon, evening, and night due to a faster metabolism in comparison to their adult colleagues
•     Adolescent Pembroke Welsh Corgis should be fed in the morning, afternoon, and evening to help them transition properly into an adult.
•     Adult German and Senior Pembroke Welsh Corgis should also be fed in the morning and in the evening unless stated differently by your vet or pet nutritionist.
As a general rule, you should feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgis a few hours before going to bed in the evening, so they have enough time to digest the food before going to sleep.
In total, we shouldn’t spoil our companions with treats as they may grow too attached to them. Treats should be majorly used as a reward when training your dog.
Food To Feed Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi
The food you feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgis should specifically cater to large breeds and contain the required nutrients necessary for a strong and healthy dog.
The kind of food to feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgis includes dry dog food, wet dog food, a home-cooked diet, and Biological Appropriate Raw food to ensure your dog eats a balanced diet.
Let me touch on these few points to make you understand what to feed your dog:
                Dry Food: Dry dog or Kibble is a portion of commercial pet food made by grinding and mixing up ingredients like meats, grains, and nutritional additives which are then shaped into little kernels and cooked at high temps to remove the water content. Dry Dog contains more carbs, less fat, less water, and sometimes less protein and is often recommended by vets due to its lower cost, dental health benefits, convenience, weight loss support, and playtime perks.
                Wet Food: Wet dog food or canned food is made by mixing up and cooking the ingredients before adding or extracting varying amounts of water. Unlike dry dog food, wet dog food contains more water, fewer carbs, more fat, and often, more protein. They are recommended by vets due to their high-water content, taste, ease of eating, and high nutritional profile.
                Home-Cooked Diet: Home-Cooked diets are a great option for pet parents who are not into commercial dog food, and want to go the extra length to prepare a meal for their furry companion. Feeding your dog, a home-cooked meal will give you control of its nutrition and can put you at ease knowing that you will always give your dog the best treatment.
                BARF Diet: Biologically Appropriate Raw Food is a type of food that contains raw meat, raw eggs, crushed animal bones, fruits, vegetables, probiotics, and other natural ingredients. BARF diets are used as a substitute for processed foods with preservatives. However, consult your vet before feeding your pet raw diets to avoid health complications from harmful substances.
Food To Avoid Feeding Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Most human foods are toxic to our dogs, so we should take caution in feeding our pets whatever we are eating, the tendency to eat just anything they are given can put them in harm’s way.
Human food to avoid feeding your Pembroke Welsh Corgis includes chocolates, coffee, gums, peanut butter, candies, cooked bones, etc.
The Fruits and vegetables to avoid feeding your Pembroke Welsh Corgis include grapes, avocado, garlic, onions, etc.
Whenever you are purchasing any food for your dog, always check to see if any of these harmful foods are in your dog feed or you can consult your vet or pet nutritionist on what feed to get.
When To Transition Your Pembroke Welsh Corgi From Puppy Food To Adult Food
You should transition your Pembroke Welsh Corgis puppy from puppy food to adult food when he’s around 10–12-month years old.
The transition should be a gradual process, by steadily introducing adult feed in your puppy feed till you can give 100% percent adult feed. Quick transition can lead to feeding rejection or your corgi not eating optimally.
Feeding an adult Corgis puppy is not advisable as puppy food contains more protein and fats, which are not needed in large quantities for the adult stage, feeding your adult dog puppy food can cause obesity and kidney problems as a result of excess proteins.
Why Is My Pembroke Welsh Corgis Not Eating?
Your Pembroke Welsh Corgis will not eat if it has one or a combination of the factors listed below:
Illness, Dental Problems, Teething, Medication, Separation Anxiety, Time of Day, Spoiled Food, Stress, and Picky Eaters.
However, you should not be worried, as sometimes it might just be mild issues like indigestion, temperature, or stress, these issues usually resolve themselves. If your pup is not drinking any water and is not eating its meal, then you should go and see your vet for a medical check-up.
Why Is My Pembroke Welsh Corgi Always Hungry?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis as small as they seem possess a giant appetite, they are notoriously ravenous and prone to eating themselves to obesity. That is why it is absolutely essential to train your dog properly and place it on a strict diet plan.
If your Pembroke Welsh Corgis engages in more exercise and activity, then it is going to be more hungry. Other reasons may be stress or worm infections.
Frequently Asked Questions on Feeding A Pembroke Welsh Corgis
Do Pembroke Welsh Corgis Eat A Lot?
Yes, Pembroke Welsh Corgis eat a lot, they can even eat their way to obesity. That is why it is so important that they are food trained and not spoiled with treats. Allowing your dog to eat its way to obesity will have dire consequences for the overall health of the dog. refrain from overfeeding and loading them on treats rather you should stick to a ratio meal for your adorable Pembroke Welsh Corgi.Â
Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Become Vegetarians?
Yes, they can live on a vegan diet, but this vegetarian diet has to have the essential amount of protein and other nutrients required for healthy growth. However, it is advisable that dogs placed on a vegan diet be given supplements for all-round health.
It is advisable that you consult your vet or pet nutritionist while planning your vegan meals to ensure your Pembroke Welsh Corgis does not encounter any health complications.
Can Pembroke Welsh Corgis Eat Bones?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis can be fed bones, raw bones, and not cooked bones, bones contain essential minerals like calcium needed for growth and it also helps in strengthening the teeth and gums. However, you ensure that bones fed to your dog are disposed off after two-three days in order to prevent infection. There are some guidelines concerning this that have been stipulated by American Kennel Club.
What Human Food Can I Feed My Pembroke Welsh Corgis?
You can feed your Pembroke Welsh Corgis different types of human foods such as beef, chicken, pork, turkey, salmon, tuna, and eggs. They can also noodle, oatmeal, sweet potato, unsalted peanut, parsnip, and other foods such as rice and pasta, yogurt, cheese, and peanut butter.
What Fruits and Vegetables Can I Feed My Pembroke Welsh Corgis?
Pembroke Welsh Corgis can eat many types of fruits such as strawberries, apples, bananas, raspberries, peaches, mango, pears, blueberries, plums, melon, pineapple, oranges, and kiwi fruit. They can also eat vegetables such as pumpkin, carrot, peas, corn, cauliflower, spinach, cabbage, broccoli, and more.Â
Should You Give Your Pembroke Welsh Corgis Supplements?
Your Pembroke Welsh Corgis don’t need to be given supplements if you feed them a commercial diet that meets their nutritional requirement. However, you may need to feed them supplements if you feed them home-cooked as recommended by your vet or dog nutritionist.
Final Thoughts
Pembroke Welsh Corgi are adorable pets, what’s not to love about their all-cuddly features?
However, as pet parents, we should ensure that our pets are getting the best nutrients possible to enable them to live the best possible life, healthy, happy, and strong.
Corgi are big eaters, so it is absolutely essential that they are trained properly on a strict feeding regimen to prevent obesity and the health problems that come with it. Some human food should be avoided as they seriously harm your pet.
However, if you desire more on how to take care of your Pembroke Welsh Corgi, you should contact the nearest vet for information on essential nutrients. You can also see a pet nutritionist for a regimen schedule for your pet.
