How To Prepare For Your Corgi Puppy (Inc. What To Buy)

Your Corgi puppy will need lots of attention when they first arrive home to help them feel secure in their new environment. Initially, I recommend keeping them confined to one room in the house, like the kitchen. That’ll make it easier for them to settle in and you won’t be worried about any accidents happening elsewhere in your home!

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The first few nights with your new Corgi puppy will be the hardest. If they cry during the night, it’s because they need to go to the toilet or they need reassurance. It’s up to you whether you want to keep their crate in your bedroom for the first week or two. But remember—your Corgi puppy has recently been separated from their litter. They’re not used to being alone and being close to you will provide them comfort.

The First Few Nights

If they do start crying in the night, take them straight outside for a bathroom break. Keep your shoes, a coat, and some treats (to reward toileting) by the door to make this process as painless as possible for you. Once they’ve done their business, place them back in the crate. Your goal with the crate is to make it feel like a safe, relaxed space. If your Corgi continues to cry and your instinct tells you to cuddle them–do it!

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Don’t rush crate training—trust me, proper training will pay off in the future—and allow your puppy to use the toilet and/or provide reassurance during those first few nights. If you make the crate feel like a safe space (where they don’t go unignored), they will eventually get used to it.