Is there a light at the end of the tunnel?
I'm not sure if this is bad luck or a bad decision on my part. I have been on a waiting list for my very own corgi since April and it is still not looking very good. There have been numerous missed/failed pregnancies or very small litters (1-3 pups, not all of them make it).
As a first time dog owner, I'm not really quite sure how this process goes. It seemed to be the best option on the west coast that I could locate. The breeder is responsive, does testing, shows her dogs, the place is clean ect. I think she is a very nice lady and I want to believe every good thing, but I'm worried I may just be naive? I keep getting my hopes up, only to be disappointed.
Is this wait normal? How long is too long? Multiple times i have considered throwing a fit or ditching my deposit, but I know it wouldn't do much good.
Help!! :( How long was your search for your corgi?
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Permalink Reply by Kristen Nicole on
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I don't want anyone to get the wrong idea of this breeder because I'm not the most knowledgeable on this matter. I would never want to give the breeder a bad name. She has been nothing but responsive and kind, and I even met her in person. My only complaint is not having a pup as soon as I would like. I know that she is trying to produce pups to better the line, not pump out puppy mill dogs! I wanted quality so that is why I haven't even tried to get my deposit back.
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Permalink Reply by Vicky Hay on
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Beth's observation is something to keep in mind. One or even two small litters might not be a concern. But when it happens one after another, there could be some kind of problem that Lindsay didn't realize would arise (she's not a person who would invest her time and money in an enterprise that was likely to fail).
I also paid for a place in line, though she made that clear. From the outset, she did state that if there weren't enough puppies in X litter I would have to wait until Y litter. I don't think that's uncommon, though -- my son did the same to get his golden retriever.
Hm. It might be worth checking into breeders in southern California. It's not that far to drive to LA or San Diego. The Imperial Valley's even closer, though the economy is so depressed there it's unlikely anyone has any money to invest in the dog breeding business. Lookit this group: http://www.pwccsc.com/ Somebody there may be able to advise on reputable breeders within reasonable driving distance of Yuma.
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Permalink Reply by Beth on
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I didn't put down a deposit til there were actually pups on the ground, but I got lucky with timing as the breeder had an oopsee litter, and then two planned litters that were huge (9 and 8).
My parents had a deposit on a Chessie litter that didn't pan out because the breeder found out something about the stud dog that she did not like and cancelled the litter. They were given the choice of getting their deposit back or getting a pup from another litter, which was just a month or so later. They chose the latter. Not sure about keeping a deposit for 8 months with no pups in sight. If you are 16 on the list AND she is planning on running on with some puppy bitches AND placing some other puppy bitches in show homes, well then honestly it could be years before you see a puppy. She may be very nice and knowledgeable and have nice dogs, but that situation would not sit right with me personally.
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Beth, I am number 4 on this list currently, so we have made some progress. Long ride on the slow boat to china... Ha ha.
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Permalink Reply by Holly on
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Hi Nicole:
Sorry you have had a longer wait than expected for a puppy. It is a personal choice to take a puppy vs. an adult dog, but I think there are advantages and disadvantages with puppies and rescues, as well as pure breeds vs. mixed. I really had second thoughts before adopting a young adult mixed breed, but the personality profile described her perfectly and she was just what I was looking for. I used Pet Finder which allows you to rule out deal breakers. In my case, a dog that was not good with other dogs, cats and children would be a deal breaker and drooling./slobber was a huge deal breaker. I said I could deal with shedding which is probably how I ended up being referred to corgis. I also wanted a low-energy dog, which describes some, but not most corgis. (I certainly got a couch potato.) She only runs or plays when it snows XD
After some research I discovered I wanted a dog with all of the corgi traits, good and bad, as they fit well with my personality and lifestyle. I was concerned about a mix, since I would have no idea what I was getting. Interestingly, I discovered the corgi traits are very strong and even the corgi mixes look and act very much like full breeds. Most people assume Sully is all corgi, probably because she has those big ears and no tail: none, nada, not a speck. I assume she was born that way since the previous owners certainly didn't go to any trouble bringing her to a vet for anything. She had some medical issues, but she is always in good health and the shelter paid for most of her care. I also got her off the clearance rack, basically just paid for transport to have her driven from Arkansas to MA. She had more emotional issues than physical when she first came, but that was due to being abused by previous owners and having too many addresses at such a young age. Now that she knows she is here for good she is fine. The shelter provider was very honest and answered all my questions. She was neutral until she called my references, then she was not forceful about talking me into it, but clearly a bit more excited and adamant that this was the perfect match. I don't think too many people showed much interest and she was happy to find someone quirky enough to match Sully's unique temperament. I still took my sweet time deciding because the one thing I didn't want to do was make a judgment error and have to send this poor pup back to the shelter. I know there are some advantages to getting a puppy, and they ARE very cute, but they are also a royal pain in the arse unless you are home a lot and have plenty of energy. Sadly, that is not me. I have a lot of patience and a fair amount of free time but I have more time than energy.
I also wanted to have a very good idea about the dog's temperament as opposed to the best guess you can get with a puppy. Once I finally decided that Sully and I would be a good match it was only about a week before she I was picking her up in Maine. I did get to talk to the vet who treated her down south, and my vet here got to consult with the shelter owner as well. I wouldn't want to advise you either way, but I wanted to let you know that dogs cannot be adopted across state lines without the required immunizations and a clean bill of health, though they can have some existing medical issues that are usually very well explained. They can also be very healthy and there are some pure bred corgis that need rehoming, but that can sometimes be due to emotional issues which require a very experienced owner to manage and resolve. Then again, some times an owner becomes sick or has an unexpected event and has to rehome a very happy and healthy dog. Just wanted to let you know that my experience was fantastic, but that is largely due to extensive research and my not feeling pressured to take the first corgi I found.
I was willing to consider another breed as well, but as a renter I had to get a small dog and the excitement and yipping of many of the smaller breeds turned me off. Sully is corgi all the way, but she is also different in some good ways. I have only heard her bark about three times in the past 18 months and she is not very bossy, though I can imagine her trying to be bossy given the right circumstances. Like most corgis she is smart and eager to please. I was blessed a few years ago, and I do mean blessed, to have a set of twin granddaughters and another "singleton" all born at he same time. Seems it took everyone in the family to keep up with their needs as babies and toddlers so I was not really ready to by tied down to a puppy that wasn't trained. I thought getting an adult dog was a compromise, but it was one of the easiest transitions I have ever made. Corgis, I think, are very adaptable and so willing to learn. Just wanted to let you know that adoption and corgi mixes can be equally rewarding for some people. I feel very lucky. I wish you the same good fortune, whichever choice you decide to make!
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It sounds like you found your perfect match! I can only hope the same happens for me. The main reason I chose a puppy is because I have a lot of time to devote at the moment. I am out of work and we are doing okay with that so I figure there can't be a better time to raise a puppy than this! Also, I'd like to use this as a little bit of a "trial run" before we even think about having HUMAN children! Lol!!
But most of all I want a companion. Living the military lifestyle, I never know when my husband will be coming home, or leaving for that matter. I need some company!
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Does Lindsay know you're military? Not to sound like a jingoistic crazy, but IMHO military families deserve special consideration, given the service you render to all of us. Lindsay's husband is a sheriff's deputy (I believe -- or a police officer), so she should have some empathy. Maybe she could be persuaded to move you up on the list, under the circumstances.
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I am sure being a military family does not mean you are automatically going to be the best candidates for adoption, but I agree, it should make you higher priority, especially for review as potential owners. I hope things go well for you. We do appreciate your service, courage, and sacrifices! Good luck!
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Yes she does know, but it makes no difference. She honors her list, which is completely understandable. I would hate for someone to jump in front of me at this point. I did ask if there was anything I could do to get higher on that list, even pay more! But no luck. I should ask how to get on that show homes list... Oi. I don't want to tick her off. I'm sure I'm already annoying. :P
In regards to being a military family, we don't really expect any special treatment. Some do, some don't. We're just a couple looking to start a family, and the next piece of the puzzle is a corgi. :) I suppose if its mean to be, it will. The next litter is due today...I'm pacing around here like a nut. My last chance for a while... Hopefully its meant to be!!
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Permalink Reply by Amy D'Esposito on
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Hi there! I, too, am searching for the right Corgi and am waiting till April/May 2015 as I don't want to housebreak a pup in our Northeast winters! There should be a TON of breeders for you to choose from. There is even a Puppyfinder online that sends me an email each day with available Corgi pups. Keep looking. The very right pup is waiting for you!
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Permalink Reply by Anna Morelli on
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Yes Amy, there are a TON of breeders, but reputable breeders are in another class.... I would be very careful of sites for mass marketing of puppies. The fact that a good breeder will endeavor to educate prospective puppy buyers, does not mean one should not do their homework. There is a lot of good information on this site in past discussions...... well worth perusing.
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Yes! I completely agree.
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