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Originally Posted by Chip's Mom
Hello and welcome to the Board. Debbie gave you very sound advice. I bought Chip through puppyfind.com and I love him dearly and he has the sweetest personality that you will find in a pem but he has a severe overbite that is causing us much worry and concern. A health certificate was supposed to be included but wasn't and it wouldn't do me a bit of good anyway because I wouldn't send Chip back. Buying from the right breeder will definitely save you a lot of grief and heartache in the future.
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I agree with Chip'smom. I looked at the official pembrokewelshcorgi.org site. I actually called up a few of their reputable breeders for my area in NY/NJ. Some were helpful and recommended me to others since they didn't have a litter that time. Others were very picky and super selective. I know they are just doing their job but it seemed at some point I wasn't good enough for their dogs. They had so many requirements and wanted a personality and temperament testing.
YOU MUST research everything you can on the breed. It will save you a lot of future troubles. I did at least 3 months of research. I found it through puppyfind also through a breeder. Of course I was still skeptical but I asked a lot of questions and got his health papers, owner's signage papers, and his genealogy (pedigree). Also, see if the breeders have their parents around so you can take a closer look. When asking the breeders about the dogs, be very specific to test if they know about the dog and care about the dog - not just selling it to make a profit.
You are not legally to take a dog home from a breeder before it reaches 8 weeks of age. If they sell it to you, be wary!
Good luck finding your dream corgi. I found mine and I'm super happy. He's a real blessing. Corgis are very smart also. Milo is our dream corgi!
GOOD LUCK!
