Corgi People - Am I NUTS??

[Chezzie]

My husband and I recently lost a much loved feline family member. We have talked in the past about getting a corgi to be a companion to our elderly female Siberian husky, but decided against it with the dog and three cats in the mix. I now feel we have room at the proverbial inn, but don’t want to rush into anything.

Any thoughts on finding a good breeder? I certainly don’t need a show quality dog, and having a husky I am well acquainted with the shedding that accompanies a double coated dog. Our husky has always been more comfortable with small dogs, and loves to socialize, but can be sensitive.

Again I ask…am I NUTS??

[threedogpack]

no, you are not. Corgis are the BEST.

[todaysspecial]

^ agreed. A corgi will fill your heart with joy.

[Marshfield]

You can check both the national parent club, PWCCA and regional breed clubs for a list of breeders. Minimum health testing on parents are hips, eyes, and von Willebrand’s. Many also check DM status. Please keep in mind that in this day and age of fresh chilled semen, you may not get to meet the sire. I am in Maine and just bred my girl to a boy in Texas this afternoon. And just because you’re not looking for show quality doesn’t mean you should go to someone who isn’t doing all the testing.

[Bluey]

Be warned, corgis are addictive, like potato chips.
I don’t know anyone that just has one.:lol:

[Chezzie]

Thanks, enablers!! :lol:

Marshfield, I absolutely want someone who is testing for potential problems. By not “show quality” I meant I don’t need perfect coloring, conformation, etc.

[dani0303]

I’ve never owned one but I’d sure love to. I’m secretly bringing BF around to the idea that I’d like to rescue a Corgi as my next dog

[fourfillies]

Corgis Rule! We found our newest Corgi from an all breed rescue. Not many Corgis seem to need rescuing, thankfully. Bringing DH around to the idea of Corgi #2.

[Simbalism]

My barn owner is an older lady and she has two corgis, a male who is fairly opinionated and a sweet little female. She has asked me if I would take the female if anything happens to her. The female was a rescue because she needed cataract surgery and doesn’t see as well as she could. She is a little shy, but loves me and my dog. My dog is a mini aussie, so the two of them love to run around together.

[chestnutmarebeware]

There’s nothing like a corgi (thank god!)!!!

Both my guys came from Larklain Kennel, in Denver, with a good scattering of other Larklain dogs in their pedigrees, among others, of course. I was delighted with Snaffles and Andy for 15 years! They were healthy, beautiful and had great temperaments.

I think the kennel may not be operating any longer (can’t find anything online), but you could do worse than look for Larklain bloodlines!

[weixiao]

[QUOTE=Bluey;7519908]
Be warned, corgis are addictive, like potato chips.
I don’t know anyone that just has one.:lol:[/QUOTE]

Now that I think about it, I can’t think of anyone who does either!:yes:

[Bluey]

[QUOTE=weixiao;7520567]
Now that I think about it, I can’t think of anyone who does either!:yes:[/QUOTE]

They truly are a breed of dog that thrives with company and much going on around them, so having more than one is best for them.
Owners realize that soon, they can’t keep the dog entertained 24/7, so another dog is an intuitive way to handle living with (pembroke, not cardigan) corgis.

Other breeds do fine as only dogs, some prefer it.

[oliverreed]

Our assistant trainer at the barn has one. He is a great barn dog. Loves, loves, loves supervising any and everything that is going on, but has a healthy respect for the horses and won’t go near them (except he does occasionally try and herd the minis).

[MistyBlue]

I’ve never had one, but have to say they’re also probably one of the most adorable puppies too.

[Donkaloosa]

Oh, yes, MistyBlue, Corgi puppies are adorable. And there aren’t many things cuter than the south end of a Pembroke Corgi going north!

I’d love a Corgi, but I have a steep staircase in my house, and that’s what keeps me from ever being serious about getting one. Dog door is in the basement, and running up and down those stairs would be hard on a low, long dog.

[hasahorse]

Go for it! Our Corgi and Corgi mix have brought so much joy to our lives - they make me laugh at least once a day. Both seem to prefer the company of big dogs over little ones. As everyone knows, a Corgi is a big dog on short legs, and they will never let you forget it! Do check around for rescues if it works for your family. A lot of times, the ones that come in do have special needs (seniors, medical needs) but have lots of love to give.

[Bluey]

[QUOTE=MistyBlue;7521036]
I’ve never had one, but have to say they’re also probably one of the most adorable puppies too. :)[/QUOTE]

We get all kinds of puppies in our dog club classes and all agree that, while all puppies are adorable, pembroke corgi puppies are absolutely the most irresistible.:lol:

[vtdobes]

@Chezzie;7519806

Any thoughts on finding a good breeder?

Go for it! My boss has two (they do show them) and they are both wonderful dogs.

The breeder they got both dogs from is Anne Bowes (Heronsway) in Duxbury, MA. I’ve talked with her a few times at dog shows and she’s very nice!

[danceronice]

[QUOTE=Bluey;7519908]
Be warned, corgis are addictive, like potato chips.
I don’t know anyone that just has one.:lol:[/QUOTE]

You will never have just one Corgi. You will have a collection. It is a herd.

I will say, while my older Pem ignores the cats, the puppy (about 16 months now) cannot leave them alone. She chases, she barks, she chews on Gunpowder (as he LETS her and seems to like it, I don’t interfere, and yes, he’s a weird cat) and generally cannot seem to ignore them.

[cardicorgi]

You NEED a corgi!

Don’t forget about cardigan welsh corgis - more scarce, more tail, more ears, more clownishness. I get my corgis from a great breeder out here (but she has only one litter every 2 years, and a wait-list). Try the CWCCA list of breeders.

Anyone who is a good breeder does OFA, PRA, and DM now, just like with the Pems.

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