I’m a vet tech – beware a dog breed of the ‘cutest little wiggle butts’ – they have a ‘mean streak’ & can be ‘horrible’

A VET tech has opened up about the dog breed they feel is deceptively cute.

Though the dogs may have "little wiggle butts," the tech explained there's a dark side many people don't see.

A vet tech opened up about a dog breed they struggle with at work (Stock photo)Credit: Getty

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They explained that not all corgis are rainbows and sunshine.

"Corgis tend to come in two forms," they said.

"They are either fantastic, or they are absolutely horrible and want to make your workday the worst."

From personal experience, the vet tech added that the personality of animals, such as corgis, often depends on how much work the owner invests in their development.

"Despite their cute looks, Corgis can have quite the mean streak if they aren't trained," they said.

"Make sure they are properly socialized, touch their feet a lot, discourage any biting behavior (even as a puppy), and learn to hold them so you can practice that with them.

"Then cross your fingers, hope, and pray to any god/s that you may or may not believe in that they turn out alright."

Though the vet tech has had plenty of negative experiences with the breed, they explained that they understand corgis' appeal and charm.

"Despite all [of] this, I still really want a Corgi of my own. They are just the cutest little wiggle butts," they said.

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Potential corgi owners thanked them for the heads-up and the dog-caring tips.

"Oh, okay! That’s really good to know. So far, I think we’ve gotten lucky," said one pet owner.

"He’s nearly a year old now, and the vet who has reported his behavior to us has found him lovable.

"But we do need to work more on him sitting still and accepting handling.

Signs your dog could turn dangerous

Expert advice from Dr. Sara Ochoa, who has been practicing veterinary medicine for over five years.

Ochoa told The U.S. Sun observing a dog's behavior can provide clues that they might act out.

“A dog that looks tense all over with its fur sticking up or teeth showing is more likely to snap," she said.

“Staring real hard without blinking could mean trouble too.

"Growling is also a warning the dog is getting mad."

She said dogs may tuck their tail between their legs when they feel scared or threatened.

“Staying calm and keeping space may help things not to escalate if a dog seems on edge," she said.

"He has not gotten nippy with us over anything (and I hope the same is true for any vets or techs), but he is awfully squirmy."

Pembroke Welsh corgis require attention in order to release energy and meet their training needs, according to PetMD.

"Too much unreleased energy and a lack of training can lead to excessive barking and other behavior problems, including aggression," the site explained.

"These dogs also have a herding instinct, so without proper training, they are not an ideal pet for homes with small children."

On top of minimal maintenance, corgis also require routine brushing and regular nail trims every few weeks.