Cypress Corgis
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is
classified by the American Kennel Club as a member of the Herding Group. The
breed’s ancestors arrived in A
BIG DOG IN A SMALL PACKAGE Corgis are bright,
intelligent, sturdy and adaptable, as easily capable of playing ball on twenty
acres as snoozing on the couch in an apartment, both of which they can do for
hours at a time. They are also alert watchdogs and natural clowns. In the
American Kennel Club’s Complete Dog Book, the
introduction to the official standard of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi states that “The
Pembroke is one of the most agreeable of small house dogs. It has an
affectionate nature, but does not force its attentions upon those unwilling to
accept them. Its intelligence is undoubted, and it is a remarkably alert, ever
vigilant guard of the fireside.” The official standard describes the
Pembroke’s general appearance as “low set, strong, sturdily built and
active, giving an impression of substance and stamina in a small space.” They
have a weather resistant, “wash and wear” coat which requires little
maintenance, but they do shed (usually twice a year). Acceptable colors are red,
sable, fawn, black and tan, with or without white markings. BUYING
A PUPPY The information provided
below assumes that you will be buying your puppy from a breeder of Pembroke
Welsh Corgis. As a breed club devoted to the welfare of the breed, we of course
recommend it. What are some of the advantages? Breeders are very familiar with
the characteristics and personality of the breed. Visiting a breeder allows you
to see Corgis at home and at play and to see first hand how your Corgi was
raised. A breeder serves as a continuing source of information when you have
questions about training, grooming, feeding, etc. If you decide that a
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is the dog for you, keep in mind what your needs are and
how much time you have to spend. Raising a young puppy is a lot of fun but also
requires a big commitment in terms of time and training, etc. Older puppies who
are past the housebreaking and teething stages or adults who have “retired”
from the show ring also are often available. Puppies are usually sold as pets or
show prospects; the latter require an additional time commitment in order to
train the puppy for the show ring and keep it in show condition. Ask the
breeder to help you decide on the best Corgi for you. When buying any Corgi,
whether puppy or adult, you should receive a record of vaccinations and other
medical treatment, if any, a pedigree, which serves as your Corgi’s “family
tree”, and an American Kennel Club registration form (unless, however, certain
conditions were imposed when you bought your Corgi, e.g., that it be spayed or
neutered, in which case registration papers usually will not be provided until
the conditions are met). The breeder also should provide you with suggestions on
feeding, grooming and training. It is in your best interest to follow these
suggestions — the breeder is speaking from experience and has devoted a great
deal of time, effort and thought on what it takes to produce a happy, healthy
Corgi. TRAINING The wonderful qualities that attract people to Pembroke Welsh Corgis also can be their downfall! Although intelligent, Corgis can easily become bored and their mischievous side may surface. As with any breed, Corgis should be taught manners and rules to make them better companions and guests. Remember that (l) YOU are the boss and (2) those naughty but adorable things your puppy is getting away with now will be a lot less adorable a year from now. Set limits and stick to them! Training (housebreaking and manners) can begin as soon as your Corgi is familiar with his or her new home and should be well under way by the time your puppy is six months old. There are many obedience clubs offering classes in the “basics” (walk on lead, sit, down, come and stay) — ask your breeder for information on a club in your area. Many breeders will recommend a crate for your Corgi. When used properly, it can be an essential training and housebreaking tool. And, as dogs are cave or lair dwellers by nature (and Corgis do love to be in and under things), the crate also represents safety and security, especially when traveling by car, and can serve as a bed. So if you think this is
the right breed for you or you have more questions, please do not hesitate to call or email a breeder in
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