What Should I Feed My Corgi​

As the saying goes: a well-fed corgi is a happy corgi.

Corgis are notorious for their ability to eat and eat and eat. From kibble to raw meat, there are a lot of options for you to choose from.

That’s because corgis, like most dogs are omnivores: which means they can eat meat, vegetables, and other food stuffs.

So how do you need what the right thing is to feed your corgi? Here are some of the best options to choose from and the benefits of each.

These are the most important tips on what you should feed your corgi.

​Dry food for corgis

We generally recommend you pick dry food as your go-to meal for your corgi.

Dry food looks like a little biscuit. It is made from a dough-like substance, but may contains vegetables, meat meal, wheats and barley. They are often round, but may be found in fun shapes like bones or fish.

It’s the most obvious choice. It's affordable, easy to store, and very likely to be a product your corgi will eat. It’s also good for your corgi’s gums and teeth.

When picking your dry food, make sure you’re picking a healthy option. Dry food that is mostly dough is going to be less healthy (in most cases) than dry food that incorporates other food parts. Look for a high level of vegetable (for vitamins) and meat (for protein).
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You also need to pick the right size dry food. Smaller corgis will need a smaller sized dry food that a big adult corgi. And certainly smaller than a St. Bernard or a malamute.

Wet food for corgis

On the opposite end to dry food is wet food.

Wet foods are around 75% water mixed with dry ingredients. This doesn't mean they're sloshing around in the tin – the water is encased in the other ingredients.

Wet foods often contain a higher ratio of meats and vegetables, which is why they are often desired by your pets. This means they typically have a higher rate of protein and nutrients that standard dry good. It also means that you don’t get as much non-nutritious carbs that can lead to weight gain.
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The higher percentage of water also means that your dog stays hydrated and is less prone to urinary-tract infections.

Wet food is usually more expensive than dry food, which can add up over time. It’s also harder to store, and needs to be purchased more often than a big bag of dry food. Wet food is also messier for the house.

Raw food for corgis

Raw foods are increasing in popularity among pet owners – and not without good reason.
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Raw food typically means a diet of vegetables, fruits, uncooked meats, raw eggs, and bones.
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A raw food diet can be good for some dogs. They are packed with nutrients that are found in the food. However, because they are not specially made for dogs like wet and dry food products, you need to be careful that your corgi is actually getting all their required nutrients.

Likewise, raw food can have disease that your dog can catch. And bones can splinter in the body and cause health issues.

If you choose to stick with a dry food diet, it doesn’t mean that you can’t add in some of the other options as an occasional treat! Raw food is better to supplement a wet/dry diet – rather than the whole diet in itself. And a part of any household is the odd table scrap or two!

Word of warning: If your corgi comes home with a captured prey or roadkill, do not let them eat it where possible. The animal could be diseased, which is not good for your darling dog’s health.

Foods your should NOT feed your corgi

Like we said with roadkill, as much as corgis can eat a range of foods, there are certain things you want to stop them from eat.
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These can be harmful to your corgis health, and fatal if consumed in higher quantities (which may not be much depending on the food). 

Here are a few things you should avoid feeding your dog:
  • Milk and milk products
  • Macadamia nuts and products
  • Raisins and grapes
  • Yeast products and bread doughs
  • Chocolate
  • Garlic
  • Onions and Chives
  • Candy, sweets, and lollies

Final Thoughts on What to Feed Your Corgi

Whether dry is your thing, or wet is the answer you’re looking for, now you have a better understanding of the types of food for your corgi.
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Always be sure to check in with your dog to make sure they are happy and healthy. That is, no matter which option you pick, the most important thing.

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