Hi! I'm new to the site and group. Corky lives in northeastern Arizona on the Navajo Nation in Window Rock. Corky has a fur-buddy Blue Heeler name Jed and they chase each other in a one-acre yard. When it snowed 6 inches three weeks ago, Corky's legs were covered and looked like he was gliding on top of the snow...lol!
My family used to have an Australian Shepherd. She was the best dog we had. She passed away with cancer at 7 years old. I love the herding breeds. They have such great personalities.
So, I still haven't really been able to pick a name for my future Corgi.. Any ideas? I like Gurwin/Gerwin but my husband says it's hard for him to pronounce. It's a Welsh name meaning fair love. I was also thinking of Arthur, meaning bear. My husband really wants to name him Porgy (like Georgy Porgy Puddin' Pie the nursery rhyme) but I had a goldfish named Georgy Porgy and he met a sad end two years ago! Jumped out of his bowl only to dry up and still be barely alive when I found him. I put him back in where he hung onto life until his last gulp of water a few minutes later. :(
Grace is new to Arizona but we are not. We got her in Colorado because we could not find any corgis in Arizona. I saw a breeder in bagdad but nothing in the Phoenix area. Maybe it was just the timing but I was very surprised! I am interested in showing Grace and was wondering if anyone had information on confirmation shows in Arizona? Not too interested in traveling the united states to show her. If you know let me know:)
Okay! Here is grace. finally! Had to go buy a new camera. I thought the puppy was expensive! Now I keep spending more money! Just like the kids I guess:)
Cheysuli Cardigans are beautiful but theere is a very long waiting list. It's usually about 2 years long. Jennifer is great though. I often emailed her when I had questions until I found this site . Now I don't have to bug Jennifer, I can just bug all of you guys. :)
Pems are definitely easier to find. Pet stores even sell them now though I would recomend going through a breeder.
Well, Tucker is a cute name and I like the character behind it, but it seems like one of those names that a lot of Pembrokes would have because of the book. I sort of want a name that's unique, preferably a human name, and has a comical sound to it to match the corgi's personality. I'm asking for too much aren't I..?
I wouldn't be surprised if a celebrity named their kid "Fido" or "Rover." Haha, well, at least celebrity baby names are creative and unique I guess. It's better than everyone being named one of like ten different names. If no one branched out then that's probably how it would be hehe. It's the same with pet names I guess. A while ago it was considered strange to have a human name for a pet.
Delete Comment Are you a Lord of the Rings Fan? Being that Corgis are short like Hobits, I thought it would be cute to give him a Hobit name like Bilbo, Frodo or Pippin.
It's funny what a big deal we make out of choosing a name for our pets. I had Finnigan's name picked out years before we got him. :)
I do like Lord of the Rings and one of those names would be cute, but I'm not a big enough fan... Actually, when I was little, I had a stuffed "glow lion" doll with a hard plastic head that lit up, and his hair was really curly like a hobbit so I named him Bilbo Bobbins, lol. I thought the character's name was Bobbins at that time, not Baggins. I was like 5 or 6 and I watched that animated Hobbit all the time.
I watched that too when I was little. :) That's the first I had heard if LOTR. I'm not a giant fan either but I do enjoy the story and I like some of the names.
What about a Welsh name like:
Heddwyn - Friend of peace and blessings
or
Mabon - Son
Something a little easier for your husband to pronounce. :)
Hmm... I don't know.. How about Llewelyn? It looks hard to pronounce but it's just like "Loo-a-lin" I think. Lew or Lewy for short. It's a Welsh name meaning leader or lion-like. I have a feeling my husband won't like it.. Lol. :/
I like the idea of Lewy for short but the full name kind of makes me think of the girls name Lou Ellen. :)
Here's a good one, Pantalaimon (Pan-ta-lymon). It is from the book The Golden Compass. I don't know if you are familiar with it (great story) but I think it's a great name and you could call him Pan (like the mythical God) for short. The name Pantalaimon means merciful shepherd.
Hmm, yeah it does kind of remind me of a girl's name. :P I've never read the book or seen the movie so I don't know... Calling him Pan would make me think of Dragonball GT. Man I'm too picky. Oh well, I'll think of something. We all know I have plenty of time.
Here were some other names I wrote down a while ago:
I'm not really familiar with Dragonball but you certainly wouldn't want a name that reminds you of something you don't like. :)
I like the name Griffin. When my fiance's Dad got his tri collor Pem I suggested that name. He totally looked like a Griffin but they went with Sammy instead. I love the name Rowan! I've used that name a couple times for different things like charactors in a game.
You should just get a baby name book and flip through it until you find one you like. As you said, there's no rush. :)
I had many names picked out until I met my puppy then it was a whole different ball game after I got to see her personality. A welsh name tho would be really cute. I like your ideas:) Its fun to think of different names. I originally wanted recess and I had another corgi puppy I was selling so I went to recess and the other corgi named pieces until we sold her. Then I met the puppies and neither really fit those names. I love christain names too. My kids are running all over the house saying grace, grace grace! Its perfect!
I think Frannie fits her. There's just something about her that says, "Frannie."
I know I should probably just wait until I meet my puppy before I name him. I'm just afraid I'll still be so undecided when I get him that he'll be nameless for too long. :( Hopefully he'll have something about him that just "says" a name too.
Oh, and it's not that I don't like Dragonball. I actually used to love it when I was younger, but I just don't want that association for some reason.. I don't know why.
Finnigan had his bath yesterday. He was a filthy little puppy. Whenever I take him to my Moms to play with her Cardi (which is Finn’s half brother) he leaves stinky and covered in slobber. It’s fun for him, but not so fun for me. :)
Hope it's ok that I joined the group a little prematurely--I won't have my Molly until Valentine's Day :o) But I wanted to ask if anyone has a good vet reference for the Mesa/Gilbert area. I want to make sure I get her in right away for a check-up and shots, and I hate just blindly choosing one out of a phone book!
thanks for all of the welcomes! glad there is an AZ corgi group--what about a meet up group on e of these days? anyone visit the scottsdale mc donald/hayden park?
I would go too if I don't have class or work that day. A weekend would be best for me, though it's uncertain whether I will work or not. I guess I could ask for an off day. :) What about all of you? Haha, you know, I haven't even touched a corgi before... Sad huh? I hope I don't get overwhelmed!
the scottsdale bark park is super dead on saturday nights. total ghost town- so, i would recommend maybe a sunday meet up. early evening time, maybe 5-6? any sunday is good for me......
yay or nay?
they have 2 areas, 1 passive and 1 agressive. my mixes like to heard and nip so people have told me to go visit the other side. i look at it more like big dog side & little dog side. alot of people don't understand that nipping and being extremely vocal (as my astro is)- that he is not being agressive----he is just being him!
My brother had to have his Chocolate Lab put to sleep a few months ago and chose to have the vet do it in his home. The cost is slightly more but he said it was well worth it for her last minutes to be comfortable at home. One the dog has passed, they take the remains to be cremated (if you would like to keep them) and you will pick up the ashes in an urn.
As for the meet up. My fiance and I would like to go, just depending on when and where. We have Mondays and Tuesdays off (and I'm sure no one else does) and we are usually free Saturday evenings. We've never taken Finnigan to a dog park before so the less crouded the better.
Lorre--you can and by all means should have it done at home if you feel that is the most comfortable for your girl. i have not used any mobile vets but i just called my vets office and they recommended 2 people. Dr. Cayhill 602.867.7100 or Dr. Ottman 480.205.6610. hopefully that will help you....
i can basically do a meet up anytime---these next few saturdays are going to be busy for me though. monday the 2nd, tuesday the 3rd or friday the 6th...whatever works.
Hey, I've been to Saguaro Ranch Park! My husband and I had an onigiri (riceball) picnic there a while ago. It was really nice. I usually work Saturdays less often than Sundays, so maybe Saturday would be better for me. And it would be nice for it to be at a time before the sun goes completely down.
59th ave is quite a distance for me but we can mix it up a little! we can do the first one there (at saguaro) - then maybe next month do one at the scottsdale park?
I too am in Scottsdale so the Scottsdale park is closest but we can travel. Maybe we should just plan two meet ups since everyone has different availability, that way no one is left out. I can go after 5pm Wednesdays and Saturdays or anytime Mondays and Tuesdays. Thursday, Friday and Sunday are pretty much out for me.
I am flexible on the dog meet up. I agree with keeping it small tho if possible as this too would be our first dog park!
I will also be willing to travel (I am in Gilbert). Just pick a time and day and place. Sounds like lots of people are available on Sat afternoons.
For those in the East Valley, there is an article on AZCentral that should be of note. Horrifying that someone could do this, and all the more reason to be extra-cautious about what your dogs eat while outside.
Michelle K. Silver
Jan 18, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
I live in Glendale near the northwest bend of Loop 101.
Jan 19, 2009
Alice
Jan 19, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 20, 2009
Kristi Reckard
Jan 20, 2009
Kristi Reckard
Jan 20, 2009
Alice
Pems are definitely easier to find. Pet stores even sell them now though I would recomend going through a breeder.
Jan 21, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 21, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 21, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 21, 2009
Alice
It's funny what a big deal we make out of choosing a name for our pets. I had Finnigan's name picked out years before we got him. :)
Jan 21, 2009
Alice
just ignore that part. :)
Jan 21, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 21, 2009
Alice
What about a Welsh name like:
Heddwyn - Friend of peace and blessings
or
Mabon - Son
Something a little easier for your husband to pronounce. :)
Jan 21, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 22, 2009
Alice
Here's a good one, Pantalaimon (Pan-ta-lymon). It is from the book The Golden Compass. I don't know if you are familiar with it (great story) but I think it's a great name and you could call him Pan (like the mythical God) for short. The name Pantalaimon means merciful shepherd.
Jan 22, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Here were some other names I wrote down a while ago:
Griffith (fierce, strong warrior), Griffin (strong in faith), Vonn (small), Rowan (red)
But I don't really like all of those as much as I should either..
Jan 22, 2009
Alice
I like the name Griffin. When my fiance's Dad got his tri collor Pem I suggested that name. He totally looked like a Griffin but they went with Sammy instead. I love the name Rowan! I've used that name a couple times for different things like charactors in a game.
You should just get a baby name book and flip through it until you find one you like. As you said, there's no rush. :)
Jan 22, 2009
Kristi Reckard
Jan 22, 2009
Stephanie
We threw around Muggle and Dobi from Harry Potter.
Jan 22, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
I know I should probably just wait until I meet my puppy before I name him. I'm just afraid I'll still be so undecided when I get him that he'll be nameless for too long. :( Hopefully he'll have something about him that just "says" a name too.
Oh, and it's not that I don't like Dragonball. I actually used to love it when I was younger, but I just don't want that association for some reason.. I don't know why.
Jan 23, 2009
Alice
Jan 25, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
Jan 25, 2009
Alice
Jan 25, 2009
Alice
Jan 25, 2009
Stephanie
Jan 26, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 26, 2009
Kristi Reckard
Jan 26, 2009
Jennifer
Jan 26, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 26, 2009
Alice
Jan 26, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
Jan 27, 2009
Stephanie
Jan 27, 2009
Kristi Reckard
Let me know when and where!
thanks
Jan 27, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 28, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
yay or nay?
they have 2 areas, 1 passive and 1 agressive. my mixes like to heard and nip so people have told me to go visit the other side. i look at it more like big dog side & little dog side. alot of people don't understand that nipping and being extremely vocal (as my astro is)- that he is not being agressive----he is just being him!
Jan 28, 2009
Stephanie
Jan 28, 2009
Alice
Jan 28, 2009
Alice
Jan 28, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
Jan 28, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
Jan 28, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Jan 28, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
Jan 28, 2009
Alice
Jan 28, 2009
Kristi Reckard
I will also be willing to travel (I am in Gilbert). Just pick a time and day and place. Sounds like lots of people are available on Sat afternoons.
Jan 29, 2009
Jennifer
Jan 30, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Feb 2, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Feb 10, 2009
astro, starla, joleene & jason
so whats the word on the meet up?
anyone want to do the 28th? seemed far away but now we are half way there........
Feb 10, 2009
Abbea and Vivi
Feb 10, 2009