New Corgi baby at our house

Susan · 12-29-2004, 07:18 PM

We just rescued a 3 mo. old female corgi. She seems so gentle and loves to play with our grandchildren. Our 3 yr. old sheltie mix is doing well with her. We have never owned a corgi before and would really appreciate any and all comments. Thanks.
Susan

***Carrie*** · 12-29-2004, 07:34 PM

A-w-w-w.....how cute. Welcome, btw. I've only heard wonderful things about them...never owned one, but have met a few. I think you're going to enjoy that breed immensely. Can't wait to hear some stories. I love Shelties too....so agreeable. It's so nice that yours is accepting the new pup so well. Great!

Pugdawg1 · 12-29-2004, 11:37 PM

Awwww I bet she is adorable! I honestly know very little about the breed, but I am sure someone else on here can give you some pointers. Just wanted to say congratulations!

milo · 12-30-2004, 02:04 AM

Aww wo how sweet welcome to the site!!Its great to have you here!!

oc_spirit · 12-30-2004, 09:30 AM

Awww I love Corgis!!! They're so cute!!!! Here's what I know about them:

Being a herding breed these guys are known to be nippers so it is essential they are taught right from the beginning what's allowed to have teeth and what's not. Also when children run around playing it's not uncommon for an untrained Corgis to try to "herd" the children together and their herding method does involve nipping at heels so again with the teaching of what's "herdable" and what's not LOL

They're also very stubborn t train, they like to do things their own way and when they decide it's time but as long as the rules are established early that you are in charge then it shouldn't be a problem.

These guys LOVE people and love being with someone (what dog doesn't?) and they make excellent companions for both the outdoorsy person and the couch potato though they can't go overly fast for long periods of time because their body simply wasn't designed for that. They can however go for a really long walk as their endurance is pretty good.

Keep an eye on their spine during the later years of life (sometimes earlier though depending on breeding). Just like Dacshunds, Corgis can have spinal problems due to their elongated back on short legs. I forget what other health problems they tend to get....

Enjoy your new lil rescue and I'd ove to see pics!

Cheers!

Crossfire Bulldogs · 12-30-2004, 10:02 AM

Welcome and kudos to you for giving your baby a second chance at a wonderful life!

flyndog · 12-30-2004, 11:32 AM

Hi! There are a couple of Corgi owners here. Pembrokes, I think.
Yes. Here's the post in the Herding Group forum: http://globalpaw.com/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=1754

Lil'Paws · 12-30-2004, 12:33 PM

Hi. Congratulations on adopting. Thats great.. Glad to hear your Sheltie is getting along well with the new little one..
Welcome. I'm sure you'll get the help your looking for here.

Susan · 12-31-2004, 09:21 PM

Thank you so much for making us feel so welcome. This forum is great fun and I so enjoy reading everyone's posts. More later. Susan

FurryAngel33 · 01-02-2005, 07:23 PM

Hi welcome!!!

Barrett · 01-02-2005, 10:01 PM

Oh I love Corgis too! When we went up to Mt. St. Helens we sat with a nice couple that brought two Corgis. They were blond and white. I brought my dachshund along too and the dogs played great together. The corgis were so gentle and well behaved. They listened to their owners perfectly and lay down calmly when asked. Nothing like my spastic, hyper dachshund that just wouldn't sit still for all the scooby snacks in the world. I told my dachshund to take a page out of their book and learn to settle down.

minpinsrock · 01-02-2005, 10:28 PM

Aww Corgis are so cute!!!! Welcome to the forums!! Great to have you with us!

CorgiLover37 · 08-07-2005, 07:26 AM

Hello Susan, This is what I have learned from them..I have had 2 in my life, they are absolutely wonderful creatures,Heres from the strong side of them; they are very dominant to an extent,stubborn,kinda like a child, they want their way! Just have patience, and she will be just fine, But dont let her get her way with things, cause once they do, they will keep doing it no matter what..lol Mine are definitely Herders,BeBe Herds my son around, the cats and the other dogs..lol, its quite amazing, They seem very mature at such a young age, does yours? If theres any other questions or info you need, please feel free to Contact me at my e-mail address, Have a great Day Susan, and Enjoy the New addition

Winjammin · 08-09-2005, 12:28 PM

Welcome and I can't wait to see pictures of your baby!

We also have Corgis and will be more than happy to answer any and all questions about them. Is your baby a Pembroke (no tail) or a Cardigan (tail)?

CleverCanine · 08-09-2005, 01:03 PM

Hi and welcome to GlobalPaw! Look forward too seeing some pics too

12-29-2004, 07:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
Susan Sheltie mix Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 10 Rep Power: 79	New Corgi baby at our house We just rescued a 3 mo. old female corgi. She seems so gentle and loves to play with our grandchildren. Our 3 yr. old sheltie mix is doing well with her. We have never owned a corgi before and would really appreciate any and all comments. Thanks. Susan

12-29-2004, 11:37 PM	#3 (permalink)
Pugdawg1 Pug Mom Join Date: May 2004 Location: Elko, Nevada Posts: 2,418 Rep Power: 136	Awwww I bet she is adorable! I honestly know very little about the breed, but I am sure someone else on here can give you some pointers. Just wanted to say congratulations!
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12-30-2004, 02:04 AM	#4 (permalink)
milo Labrador lover!!!! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: England, Portsmouth Posts: 858 Rep Power: 96	Aww wo how sweet welcome to the site!!Its great to have you here!!
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12-30-2004, 09:30 AM	#5 (permalink)
oc_spirit Snow Girl Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 2,615 Rep Power: 144	Awww I love Corgis!!! They're so cute!!!! Here's what I know about them: Being a herding breed these guys are known to be nippers so it is essential they are taught right from the beginning what's allowed to have teeth and what's not. Also when children run around playing it's not uncommon for an untrained Corgis to try to "herd" the children together and their herding method does involve nipping at heels so again with the teaching of what's "herdable" and what's not LOL They're also very stubborn t train, they like to do things their own way and when they decide it's time but as long as the rules are established early that you are in charge then it shouldn't be a problem. These guys LOVE people and love being with someone (what dog doesn't?) and they make excellent companions for both the outdoorsy person and the couch potato though they can't go overly fast for long periods of time because their body simply wasn't designed for that. They can however go for a really long walk as their endurance is pretty good. Keep an eye on their spine during the later years of life (sometimes earlier though depending on breeding). Just like Dacshunds, Corgis can have spinal problems due to their elongated back on short legs. I forget what other health problems they tend to get.... Enjoy your new lil rescue and I'd ove to see pics! Cheers!
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12-29-2004, 07:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
*Carrie* Super Moderator Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: north panhandle of Idaho Posts: 7,432 Rep Power: 287	A-w-w-w.....how cute. Welcome, btw. I've only heard wonderful things about them...never owned one, but have met a few. I think you're going to enjoy that breed immensely. Can't wait to hear some stories. I love Shelties too....so agreeable. It's so nice that yours is accepting the new pup so well. Great!

12-30-2004, 11:32 AM	#7 (permalink)
flyndog Unleash The Possibilities Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Marfa, TX Posts: 3,969 Rep Power: 183	Hi! There are a couple of Corgi owners here. Pembrokes, I think. Yes. Here's the post in the Herding Group forum: http://globalpaw.com/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=1754
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12-30-2004, 12:33 PM	#8 (permalink)
Lil'Paws ~w/Dachshund~ Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: ~Western~NC~ Posts: 1,662 Rep Power: 118	Hi. Congratulations on adopting. Thats great.. Glad to hear your Sheltie is getting along well with the new little one.. Welcome. I'm sure you'll get the help your looking for here.
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12-31-2004, 09:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
Susan Sheltie mix Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 10 Rep Power: 79	Thank you so much for making us feel so welcome. This forum is great fun and I so enjoy reading everyone's posts. More later. Susan

01-02-2005, 07:23 PM	#10 (permalink)
FurryAngel33 :] Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,279 Rep Power: 103	Hi welcome!!!
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01-02-2005, 10:01 PM	#11 (permalink)
Barrett dachshund Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Washington Posts: 2,758 Rep Power: 157	Oh I love Corgis too! When we went up to Mt. St. Helens we sat with a nice couple that brought two Corgis. They were blond and white. I brought my dachshund along too and the dogs played great together. The corgis were so gentle and well behaved. They listened to their owners perfectly and lay down calmly when asked. Nothing like my spastic, hyper dachshund that just wouldn't sit still for all the scooby snacks in the world. I told my dachshund to take a page out of their book and learn to settle down.

01-02-2005, 10:28 PM	#12 (permalink)
minpinsrock mommie of 3<3 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Arkansas Posts: 555 Rep Power: 90	Aww Corgis are so cute!!!! Welcome to the forums!! Great to have you with us!
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08-07-2005, 07:26 AM	#13 (permalink)
CorgiLover37 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: orlando,Fl. Posts: 8 Rep Power: 0	I have a 3 1/2 month old Corgi .. Hello Susan, This is what I have learned from them..I have had 2 in my life, they are absolutely wonderful creatures,Heres from the strong side of them; they are very dominant to an extent,stubborn,kinda like a child, they want their way! Just have patience, and she will be just fine, But dont let her get her way with things, cause once they do, they will keep doing it no matter what..lol Mine are definitely Herders,BeBe Herds my son around, the cats and the other dogs..lol, its quite amazing, They seem very mature at such a young age, does yours? If theres any other questions or info you need, please feel free to Contact me at my e-mail address, Have a great Day Susan, and Enjoy the New addition Attached Thumbnails

08-09-2005, 12:28 PM	#14 (permalink)
Winjammin Pems and Cardis Galore!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 426 Rep Power: 76	Welcome and I can't wait to see pictures of your baby! We also have Corgis and will be more than happy to answer any and all questions about them. Is your baby a Pembroke (no tail) or a Cardigan (tail)?
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08-09-2005, 01:03 PM	#15 (permalink)
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