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Our corgi is about two years old, and he is EXTREMELY hyper. We thought he'd grow out of it.
We haven't tried a formal training class, because he seriously would not be able to tolerate the stimulation of all the other dogs around. He would never be able to focus on me or the class leader. I think I might have to find a trainer who does individual work...
When he is not asleep, he is excited and panting. There is no in-between, like just being awake and calm. If he were a car, I would think his idle speed is too high and needs to be adjusted! He's just constantly revved up.
We walk him at least twice a day to try to tire him out. But he might be tired for 15 minutes, then he's right back to his usual high-octane behavior.
The vet didn't seem concerned, because I guess when dogs are at the vet, they are usually excited and have a fast heart rate. But he is ALWAYS like this.
He came from an approved AKC registered breeder, and yes, he is neutered. In all my reading about welsh corgis before adopting him, I never read that they could be like this.
I swear, he has ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). And I'm a licensed professaional who can diagnose that (at least, in people).
Is medication our only hope????? I need that dog whisperer guy! Or an exorcist!
I totally understand where you're coming from, and believe me, I've considered that. But from the time I get home around 6 until midnight, we are constantly walking him, playing with toys with him, etc. If I even take a few minutes to eat, read e-mails, or even go to the bathroom, he is running around jumping on me and barking. He has more toys than I ever had as a child!
I've had several dogs in my life and they never got as "bored" at he does. They were content to play with me for a while, and then lie down on the floor and chew a bone or something. But even when he does just sit on the couch next to me, he is panting and has a really high heart rate. Shouldn't he be able to relax?
How old is he? I've met few corgies, and they all were pretty hiper dogs, but not to the extend where i couldn't handle it.
Sounds like you need to put some training in this one. Don't let him jump all over you, ignore his behavior and wait for him to calm down. Put away all the toy, only give one at a time to reinforce good behavior. "Time-out" can be beneficial for him, does he have a crate??
Yep I agree with Shepsmom. After basic you could do Agility. But really Katie is like that. Training in a class will get him to focus on you. & hes not a puppy any more so stop giving him lots of toys! Give him 1 or 2 Tell him to lay down! When hes calm praise him Quietly. Kind of the opiset in class when they do good sits, etc. You release them with wild ok wanting them to jumparound. But when hes calm..You calmly softly say Goodboy. He will shortly get the message.
You should spend a few days writing down everything your dog does with you (and without you) to see if he is getting enough appropriate playtime. Sometimes walks are not enough, maybe chasing a tennis ball or something more like agility. You may need to get a professional opinion.
A great book you should read is called "The Other End of the Leash" by Patricia McConnell. It talks about dog behaviors and might help you figure out what the dog needs. I would think your vet would have some referrals for training or a behaviorist.
I also agree with ShepsMom - Corgis are herding dogs and, like border collies (which my friend, the vet, calls 'borderline collies') NEEDS a job. They're busy dogs and do need a LOT of exercise.
I barely think humans have adhd I think we all tick different and some of us humans are high drive just like some dogs are. I have trouble sitting still but not because I'm ADHD, rather I want to do stuff .....I like having a job(like your doggie).
corgis dont grow out of their energy ....my guy(Aussie) won't either. I guess he will get older and calm down but his drive is always high.
You Corgi sounds like a normal two-year old. Human babies aren't the only critter to go through those "terrible twos" period. Dogs also are VERY active and hyper between the ages of 2 and 3. Most dogs will mellow out beginning around age 4 or 5.
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Dogs also are VERY active and hyper between the ages of 2 and 3. Most dogs will mellow out beginning around age 4 or 5.
