Thinking of getting a Pembroke Welsh Corgi soon.
For several years now, I have been wanting a Pembroke Welsh Corgi. I'm planning on moving to a different location soon, though I'm still going to be living within Louisiana. Every place I've been looking at, especially lately, I'm trying to find either an apartment or home for rent that would be a nice place for both my cat and a possible Corgi.
Though I'm unable to buy or adopt one at this very moment, I've been attempting to look around to see if there are any in the area. So far, I haven't had any luck. I'm wondering at this point what would be the best option since Corgis are most certainly not a common breed in Louisiana it seems. The most promising breeder I found is located in eastern Florida and I admittedly have a very poor sense of direction, so I wouldn't trust myself with driving that distance without possibly ending up at the Canadian border or something....
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Permalink Reply by Michele A. Matzen on
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Personally and what I did is go to AKC(website) and you can find a local Corgi organization and then from there you can find a reputable breeder. That is the best way. You certainly don't want to get caught up in the "puppy mill" thing, spells DISASTER.
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Permalink Reply by Jane Christensen on
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Well there's a few breeders in MN if you end up there on your way to the Canadian border...haha! Have you tried pet finder? Many times you can find a corgi or a corgi mix who really needs a home or send Sam a message for a rescue near you! Good luck:)
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Permalink Reply by Tiffany Lambert on
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Searching the AKC website, but having a great deal of difficulty navigating. Found a page with the "Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America," but on their breeder page, it states: "Please note that even though the following are members of the PWCCA, Inc., in no circumstance does the PWCCA, its Member Club(s) or these people guarantee or warrant their services or the quality or health of the dogs which may be purchased from breeders in their areas."
That doesn't sound too promising.
Found the breed on the website shortly before and it said that there were 2 breeders within 50 miles of me, but when I clicked that, it went to a page that wanted me to refine my search.
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Yes, that's the list I found but the bold print above made me uneasy because their quality isn't guaranteed. I'm not looking for a dog to show, but I do want a happy, healthy puppy with good temperament. I suppose I could try though. I may just be overly paranoid or cautious...
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Permalink Reply by Beth on
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The AKC cannot guarantee breeders. Belonging to the parent club is a good sign to start, but then really you need to go by how they answer your own questions. Good luck!
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I'm sorry. If you find a reputable breeder(ask questions find references, etc.) you can find a breeder who has taken care to breed quality dogs. Of course there are NO guarantees in LIFE. But, usually if you find a breeder who is interested in showing they are more likely not to breed unhealthy dogs, they are always looking for the next champion. I have purchased 3 Pems from 2 different breeders, I recommend do your homework! Enjoy the heck out of these dogs they are GREAT companions.
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Managed to finally navigate the AKC site and searched for breeders in Louisiana, but it came up with nothing. =(
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Permalink Reply by Jane on
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There are 3 listed on the club site.
LLYS DRAIG
Date Joined: 2009
Joan P. Adams
220 Union Road
Downsville, LA 71234
Phone: 318-982-0464
JPACorgis@aol.comBURNSPORT
Date Joined: 1983
Gene & Martha Burnley
643 Pickett's Mill Dr
Shreveport, LA 71115
Phone: 318-797-7931
mkburnsport@aol.comFOXCREEK
Date Joined: 1995
Karen Oberlander
541 Valerie Lane
Haughton, LA 71037
Phone: 318-949-4920
kaoberlander@hotmail.com
As others said the AKC cannot guarantee a breeder is going to have the perfect puppy for you, but belonging to the club is a good start. Things can and do happen even with the most reputable breeers and fully health tested dogs.
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When you find a breeder not only should you ask questions but they should be asking even more questions!
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All of them I've talked to have kept me on the phone for at least an hour that first conversation!
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Permalink Reply by John Wolff on
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You're here, that's a start. I think there's a Corgi-L list, too.
There's no substitute for word-of-mouth research and recommendations. Talk to other people who've gotten dogs from the breeder. If they're good, they'll have a good rep. Be absolutely careful to avoid puppy mills or pet shops, you don't want to support them. HINT: ask them to show you their contract. I believe ours requires us to relinquish Al or Gwynn to nobody but our breeder without her consent, and she'll take them back, no questions asked. Something like that is a good sign and maybe a sine qua non.
Look at Joanna Kimball's page (she has an extensive blog, Ruffly Speaking, check it out http://rufflyspeaking.wordpress.com/) and maybe Wendt Worth Corgis (blog entry Do your doggone homework 12/17/2010 by wendtworth)
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