When Will My Corgi Calm Down? Vet-Verified Guide & Explanation
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View 2 More +Corgis are high-energy dogs, but that doesn’t mean you’ll have to deal with puppy energy levels forever. But when you’re dealing with their high-tempo activities day after day, it’s easy to find yourself asking when they will calm down.
So, when can you expect to see your Corgi calm down a bit, how much will they calm down, and how can you help get their energy levels under control in the meantime? We’ll answer all those questions and more for you below. In short, most Corgis typically calm down at between 1 and 2 years old.
When Do Corgi Puppies Calm Down?
If you have a Corgi puppy, you might find yourself wondering, and waiting, for when they start to calm down. While you can’t rely solely on a Corgi puppy growing out of their hyperactivity, you should start to notice a drop in their energy levels when they’re somewhere between 1 and 2 years old.
While that might be good news for people with younger Corgis, it also means that if you have a Corgi that’s already 2 years old, you may not notice a significant energy drop any time soon.
Will a Corgi Calm Down Entirely?
It’s important to note that while a Corgi is likely to calm down after a year or two, they’re not likely to become a low-energy dog. That’s because Corgis are naturally herding dogs. They’re a high-energy breed, and they retain this higher energy level throughout their entire life.
Because of this, it’s more important to figure out how to meet all your Corgi’s needs instead of waiting for them to “grow out of it.”
Top 5 Tips for Calming Down Your Corgi
If you’re finding that your Corgi is bouncing off the walls and you can’t figure out how to get them under control, we’ve highlighted five different tips you need to follow to meet all your Corgi’s needs.
1. Exercise
Corgis are high-energy dogs, and if you want them to calm down around the home, you need to get them out for enough exercise throughout the day. At a minimum, Corgis need at least 1 hour of exercise each day.
This can be a faster-paced walk, a trip to the dog park where they’re running around, or long games of fetch. Either way, get your Corgi out and moving each day. Finally, keep in mind that the 1-hour guideline is a minimum. Some Corgis need more exercise, and younger dogs will typically need more exercise than adults.
2. Socialize Them
Dogs can wear us out, but that’s one reason it can be so beneficial to surround them with another dog. They can play with each other and wear each other down, and they provide each other with mental stimulation.
It may sound like a win-win that makes it easier to wear down your Corgi and help get their energy levels throughout the day under control. However, getting a second dog doubles down on responsibility as well as time commitment and cost, so instead of getting a dog, having a playmate whom your Corgi gets along with may be another solution. Playing with another dog will not replace their need for human interaction and walks, and these should still be fulfilled.
3. Interactive Toys
If you don’t have another dog in the home or a good doggie friend, the next best thing you can add is some interactive toys. While these toys might cost a little bit more than a traditional pet stuffed animal, they do a lot more in helping control your Corgi’s energy level. That’s because these toys hold their attention longer and they stimulate them intellectually. Another example may also be sports like agility and scent work. This is a win-win that helps with your Corgi’s energy level.
4. Training
This isn’t what you might think of when you’re trying to control your Corgi’s energy levels, but two or three 15- to 20-minute training sessions each day will go a long way in calming your Corgi down. Not only does it provide them with some physical stimulation, but training sessions also wear out your Corgi mentally and provide a bonding experience for you and your dog.
5. Less Stimulating Environment
While this isn’t always the easiest thing to control, it can make a huge difference in keeping your Corgi calm. If there’s a lot of activity around your Corgi, it’s likely to wind them up and get them super excited.
This is also why many experts will recommend that you don’t get a Corgi if you have smaller children in the home. The Corgi is likely to feed off their energy levels creating more problems with their hyperactivity.
Final Words
If you’re having problems with how active your Corgi is, the best thing you can do is get them out for some exercise! Not only will this help in the short-term, but it’ll get you in a good habit that will leave you with an even better-behaved Corgi when they’re a little bit older!
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Nicole has loved animals of all sizes her whole life so it's no wonder she has dedicated her career to helping them through what she loves best: learning, writing, and sharing knowledge with others. She’s the proud mom of two dogs, a cat, and a human. With a degree in Education and 15+ years of writing experience, Nicole wants to help pet parents and pets around the planet to live happy, safe, and healthy lives.
