How are Corgis with children?

[Crispin's Mom]

Hi! I am trying to gather as much information as I can on corgis - we are not planning on getting one for another year. By then, my little boy Aidan will be five. He has been raised around dogs and we supervise them closely. Aidan is a very energetic little guy. Do corgis do better with older children? Do they like children in general? If there is another thread on this subject, could you point me in the right direction? Thanks!
Mary

[Jane Austen]

Yes there is a lot on this website about corgis and children. Just search "children." That should get you a few related threads. And did you see the recent one titled "Shippo Good with Children/kids?"
Corgis generally love everyone but you have to socialize them right and also teach your child how to interact with animals. Jane

[Louwants]

My corgi is great with kids, just a little over excited and tries to herd the little ones when they run. My two littlest grandkids call him the "bad dog" cause he would herd them, not biting or nipping, just running around in front of them trying to keep them in place LOL!! Now, the corgi/chow mix, we sorta watch, since she is a rescue and don't know how she was with kids before. They like her, cause she will pretty much roll on her back for petting. But, the running in the yard, she seems way to protective of her territory (the chow in her), so I make her stay by my side. I think 5 is old enough to learn how to treat a dog and work with the puppy curbing that herding instinct, they should be best buddies.

[Chip's Mom]

Chip and Dale are great with kids also from my great granddaughter, age 2 up to my teenage grandchildren. He loves them all. He will try to trade or steal her toys though. The last time was crayons. Dale isn't as outgoing but he is good with kids also and he is 5 months old.

[TNCorgi]

Boots and Fisher are awesome with my 2 kids! Fisher wasnt well socialized to begin with but he didnt seem to care at all that my kids wanted to waller all over him. I could not ask for them to be better!

[Peggy]

Originally Posted by Crispin's Mom

Hi! I am trying to gather as much information as I can on corgis - we are not planning on getting one for another year. By then, my little boy Aidan will be five. He has been raised around dogs and we supervise them closely. Aidan is a very energetic little guy. Do corgis do better with older children? Do they like children in general? If there is another thread on this subject, could you point me in the right direction?

It depends on the dog and the kids. Some corgis are great with kids, and some aren't. And some kids are not good with dogs.

My advice is to find a reputable breeder (my defination of that is one who does the health tests and shows his/her dogs) and take your family to meet his/her dogs.

Not all breeders will place a corgi with a family with young children and one who will will want to meet you and your child. Trust that breeder to help you find the right dog for your family.

Also, consider an adult dog instead of a puppy. An adult dog will often be more tolerant of a child. Sometimes a breeder will have a retired show dog he'll be willing to place.

Start with the PWCCA web page PWCCA to find a breeder in your area. (For a pem of course. You didn't say witch you were really looking for.)

Also, remember that many corgis are in rescue because they were not good with children. Not always the corgis fault but yes, sometimes it was.

Peggy

[Michael Romanos]

Generally speaking, Corgis are great with kids. They love the entire family they come to live with - especially as a very young pup. They are protective of the kid 'brothers and sisters' in their lives and just love to play with them at a level that is different from adults.

[emma]

Oliver is great with kids! He has always instinctively known to be softer and gentler with them. He gets so excited and happy but won't jump or anything. He does what he always does when he gets overly excited, pins his ears back on his head rolls over for belly rubs.

The breeder had three children of various sizes, which I think really helped to socialize him. I would suggest looking for a breeder who has children in the home.

[Crispin's Mom]

Thanks to all who answered my thread. I am leaning toward an older dog (beyond the puppy stage) from a breeder as that is how I aquired my cairn terrier - Duncan. He was 11 months old - both parents were on site - and he had been raised around the breeder's grandchildren. We have been very pleased with the way he interacts with Aidan - they really love each other. My next question would be whether a male or female would be a better fit....or does it matter?

[Michael Romanos]

I don't consider that the sex of a Corgi means they are going to fit in better with kids. My preference is for a male but not on a 'will they get along side or with a child better'.

[Chip's Mom]

Me too! I love my boys. They don't seem to be quite so cranky but Chip is neutered and Dale soon will be too. I believe in spay and neutering.

[Peggy]

Originally Posted by Crispin's Mom

My next question would be whether a male or female would be a better fit....or does it matter?

I've not seen that a male or female is better with kids. It's the temperment and personality that count. Get the one that fits in with your family, don't worry about the gender.

Peggy

[Crispin's Mom]

Okay, thanks. I definitely believe in spaying or neutering as well. Mary