A Corgi Appointed Herself Supervisor of the Present Pile
Sitting upright beside a stack of wrapped presents, a red and white Corgi looks like a very small, very fluffy gift supervisor. The packages are wrapped in brown paper, plaid and white with red ribbons, and the tree behind them is hung with lights and ornaments. A couch with a blanket, a mug and a basket of books and toys fill the cozy room beyond.
Corgis are cheerful, clever herding dogs with short legs and big personalities. They are known for their expressive ears, fluffy hindquarters and love of food. Because their bodies are long and low, they should be kept at a healthy weight and discouraged from jumping off high furniture, to protect their backs. Your vet can offer advice on diet and exercise.
Gifts under the tree can be tempting for dogs, especially ones that smell like food. Keep edible gifts out of reach, and be careful with anything that has ribbon, bows or tape. A dog that likes to nudge boxes might knock things over, so place breakable gifts in a safe spot. Teach your dog a solid sit and stay near the tree, and reward calm behavior.
This Corgi has the posture of someone guarding a treasure. She's sure the biggest box is hers, and nobody has said otherwise yet. The tree lights twinkle, and she is not planning to move an inch.
