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If you are thinking about a new family pet, and
looking for one that is intelligent, good with
children, and extremely loyal, we would recommend
that you consider the Pembroke Welsh Corgi. This
small, working dog is energetic, making a good
watchdog for family and home.
One of the first things you should consider is
whether the breed you choose fits into your home and
lifestyle. With the Pembroke Welsh Corgi,
size should not be a problem because this is one of
the smaller dog breeds. However, the Pembroke has
always been a working dog, so it is important to
provide this pet with plenty of exercise, daily
walks, or a fenced yard to run in.
Now, you will need to decide if you want to bring a
puppy or adult dog into the home. In addition, you
would have a choice of buying from a reputable
breeder or choosing a dog from a rescue
organization. With puppies, we strongly recommend
you never buy one younger than 10 weeks of age. For
an adult, especially one coming out of a rescue
organization, plan to be patient in breaking old
habits or teaching the dog that you are not going to
cause it harm.
Remember that a new puppy takes a great deal of time
and patience. During the first few months at home,
you will need to housebreak your puppy, teach it not
to chew or dig, and provide it with tons of love and
affection. We also recommend establishing a budget
of time and money for your new puppy. No dog should
be left alone for long periods. Therefore, plan to
spend a good deal of time around your pet, helping
it become a part of the family. Training and
grooming take time and effort, as well, so keep this
in mind.
One of the decisions you will have to make has to do
with color. For many people, color makes no
difference but some people have a definite
preference. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi comes in sable,
red, and fawn, as well as black and tan, all with
certain white markings. The American Kennel Club and
other organizations consider a Pembroke to be
unacceptable if the coat is predominantly white or
bluish. As far as temperament and trainability, the
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is generally good with
children, though early obedience training is
recommended. Sometimes, this breed tries to “con”
the new owner, which is why you want to be prepared
to set limits.
When it comes to training a Pembroke, most new
owners find that a well-bred puppy is obedient,
especially if socialized by the breeder in the first
weeks of life. Socialization is very important,
because a breeder spends time with the puppies to
make sure they are comfortable with humans and other
dogs. The best option in this case is to talk to the
breeder. Obviously, this person would have spent
ample time observing the different puppies, thus
being able to point you to one or two that meet your
expectations best.
Finally, determine if American Kennel Club (AKC)
registration and/or pedigree are important to you.
For instance, if you plan to breed or show your new
dog, then these certifications would be invaluable.
However, if you were buying a Pembroke Welsh Corgi
puppy for a companion, it might not matter as much.
It is important that you also check the puppy’s
bloodline, looking for Grand National Champions and
tight ancestry, again if show and breeding are
important.
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