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Permalink Reply by Monty'sMom on October 20, 2011 at 4:39pm

I just bought a king bed so he has more room to spread out...I am currently single but I couldn't imagine meeting someone and telling them there is no room for them because Monty uses that half of the bed:-). At least now there is a bit of room...I also feel bad when someone doesn't pet him and give him kisses especially when he looks at me to say "hey Mom, why don't they want to pet me"! I call their power over humans their Jedi Mind Tricks. People who haven't met him make fun of me and then they spend 5 minutes with him and they are sucked in and unable to resist his mind tricks!

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Permalink Reply by Harrison & Melyza on October 20, 2011 at 7:10pm

Harrison does the same thing!! He even puts his ears down ready for them to pet him, but when they don't (which only happens with the runners at the park) he quickly turns to look at me like, "why don't they want to pet me?"  lol

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Permalink Reply by Peggy Woods on October 26, 2011 at 6:37pm

well good to know I'm not the only one who is allowed to sleep on 1/3 of a king-sized bed...

sigh... I wouldn't have it any other way!

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Permalink Reply by Melissa and Franklin! on October 20, 2011 at 5:50pm

Just a sample of the interactive toys I have bought to keep Franklin happy. I too am absolutely obsessed and infatuated with my corgi! The fact that his happiness is top on my list (often above mine!) is pretty "extreme" to me. I won't even move him when he is laying in my spot on the bed.....I'll  end up squished in the corner as long as he is happy lol.

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Permalink Reply by Gigi on October 20, 2011 at 7:00pm

Lol, to me this is normal.  I used to think I did all those extra things because I do not have children yet but then I realized I do it because I love my puppy.  She gets new toys every 2 weeks, she has blankets, her own set of towels for bath time and when she comes in from the rain....but I do it because it's my way of reciprocating the happiness she gives me :)

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Permalink Reply by Kathryn Harbour on October 21, 2011 at 4:28pm

If you seek group therapy for this condition, I am sure you will see some of us there.  "Hi, my name is _________, and I'm a Corgi spoiler."

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Permalink Reply by Mollie, Mom of Merlin & Morgana on October 21, 2011 at 7:32pm

we spoil all of our dogs as if they are children. For example, Merlin and Morgana both had bubble baths will full on massage, a good grooming session, and some toenail polish for Morgana.

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Permalink Reply by Rebecca Marie O'Bryan on October 22, 2011 at 11:14pm

yes its completely normal:) i cant begin to tell u how spoiled rotten and loved teddy is. every time i get paid, or the hubby, we go out and see what we can buy for my handsome teddy. he has so many toys to play with, the best food, he gets to go to the lake and the dog park at least 3 times a weeks along with two walks a day. he has three plush comforters for his crate and has other two beds. one next to my side of the bed and one so he can look out the french door and lay in the sun beam after his walks.

for his meals i always add something to his food so he has something different every night. also, i dont usually walk him on a collar because i tend to put my self in his shoes and wonder if his collar isnt comfortable so i bought him mesh harnesses so he could be more comfortable on his walks (silly i know)

 

this corgi is really my fur kid. i love him so much that i dont know what i would do if anything ever happened to him. i miss him while i am at work and cant wait to come home to see the little guy. we have such a wonderful bond that i can always just tell how he is feeling.

 

and at night when my husband and i are resting on the couch after a long day we let teddy up and he snuggles up to him for a few but then "asks" to lay on my chest so i can pet him until he finally falls asleep :)

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Permalink Reply by susieq59 on October 24, 2011 at 10:54am

Very normal.  I can't go in any store without buying my corgi a new chewie or play toy.  He brings us such joy.  We want to do the same for him!

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Permalink Reply by John Wolff on October 24, 2011 at 6:10pm

I'll post a photo of my Buckingham Palace replica doghouse as soon as it's finished.

But beware of anthropomorphizing your dog.   Toys and treats are fine, but what your dog probably wants most from you -- after food -- is your time and attention.  Before you buy a new dog toy, throw the old ball.  Go out and spend some time sniffing something disgusting.   Together.

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Permalink Reply by susieq59 on October 25, 2011 at 9:53am

Hi John, believe me besides spoiling him with toys and special treats, we give Oliver plenty of our our love, time and attention!  Thanks for the advice though.  As far as going on a "sniffing something disgusting" adventure,  I'll continue to allow him do that all on his own.  Garbage pick up morning in our neighborhood provides him with ample opps for that.  It's like running an obstacle course!  BTW, enjoyed some or your photos. Gorgeous scenery and beautiful dogs!  I believe you may have submitted a photo for the calendar which I voted for.  Good luck!

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Permalink Reply by Elyse & Caese on October 25, 2011 at 2:03pm

This is the best topic!!!! I am completely guilty of this! I will do the most foolish things for this dog! He's the best and it makes me happy to think that any bit I do (even as little or foolish) will make him a happy pooch! This has got me giggling so much! :)

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