I have a corgi mix. No idea what he is mixed with. When he wants attention he will lightly nip at our legs, feet, etc. He is not biting, it is more like a pinch. He also like to nip my nose when I am close and petting him. He does not do this with my wife. Any ideas?
2007-05-09 02:46:49 · 11 answers · asked by Michael M 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It is a herding instinct. When they chase sheep, cattles and etc they would nip at there heels to get them going. You're suppost to discourage this if you dont want him to do it. My corgi does this only when she was to play chase.
2007-05-12 13:06:09 · answer #1 · answered by sweet_angel_kisses_forever89 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corgies are herding dogs so their instinct is to nip at legs and feet to get the stray sheep back in the herd. Dogs don't see a difference in us to animals so he's trying to do what comes naturally, he wants your attention and the easiest way to do it is to nip. He may be doing it to only you bcuz he wants to try and be Alpha male in the house and right now you are. You need to give him a deep growl when he nips and you don't want him to. Mom would've done that to him if he misbehaved. Dogs respond by the pitch of your voice so deeper is better. careful if you've got kids cuz corgi will nip and chase when they're outside playing and it can scare the kids. Best of Luck
2007-05-09 06:14:15 · answer #2 · answered by Rae 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corgies are herding dogs. Most notably cattle. They keep their cattle in line by nipping at their heels. Many other herding dogs (like border collies, etc.) will do this to keep sheep, ducks, goats, and children in check. It's their nature.
This isn't good for people, so they have to assert their dominance over the dog to let him know that herding cattle is one thing - but herding people is not acceptable. That's where a good sharp snap of his training collar and a sharp "OUT!" will help. It may never totally go away, but by being assertive and firm (not cruel etc.) you should see improvement.
As to biting your nose, well, that too is part of the dominance thing. Again, a good sharp snap from his training collar and a strong "OUT!" from you will help.
Also, if he's a puppy, he's more likely to be a nipper. Older dogs learn that nipping people can result in correction, so they've already learned.
2007-05-09 03:11:59 · answer #3 · answered by Barbara B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corgis are nippers, especially of people's calves and feet. If he is doing this for attention, show him it has the opposite effect. Stand up and walk away.
He does need to know the proper way to get attention. Be sure to praise him whenever you see him sit or do something appropriate. Ask him to do the same before you pet him or feed him. He'll soon realize that sitting (or whatever) works better than nipping.
The nose nip is probably because he is over-stimulated. Best to keep your face away from his when you are petting him. Or, watch for signs that he is getting overly excited (panting harder, becoming wiggly, pupils dilating more, or what ever you see he does) and stop petting him then.
2007-05-09 02:57:43 · answer #4 · answered by melissa k 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Corgis were bred for hearding. When they heard, they nip at the feet of the animals they're hearding. It's a natural instinct for them.
2007-05-09 04:38:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corgis were originally bred to herd cattle, by nipping at their heels, so it's instinct pure and simple.
When he does it, yelp loudly, say "no!" or "no bite" and ignore him for a bit afterwards. He needs to learn that this is unacceptable behavior.
2007-05-09 02:51:12 · answer #6 · answered by Karen W 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Corgi's were bred as sheep-herding dogs. They chase after the sheep barking and nipping at their heels to get them moving... It's in your dog's nature to nip. But that doesn't mean you have to tollerate it.
Whenever your dog tries to nip, wrap you fingers around its muzzle, close its mouth and tell it calmly but firmly, "No bite". Do this every time the dog tries nipping, and you'll eventually override its instinct to nip and behave itself when its around you.
2007-05-09 02:59:00 · answer #7 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yep as someone said they were cattle dogs & this instinct is deep within their psyche.....the Queen keeps corgis have you ever noticed the number of plasters on her ankles ?
2007-05-09 02:55:47 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Corgi's are herders - they nip to get their "charge's" attention.
2007-05-09 02:59:26 · answer #9 · answered by Carol G 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
He's a hearding breed and he's hearding your family.
2007-05-09 02:54:03 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋