|
My advice is pretty simple - wait. What I can tell you about the six week $300 breeder is that she is not breeding within the Code of Ethics of the parent club. That includes the minimum guidelines for a responsible, reputable breeder. You say she says shows her corgis, it what venues and under what registery? What evidence does she have to offer as proof. IF they are match ribbons - she's pulling a fast one.
Are both parents health screened for eyes or hips? If she says her vet checked them out and he said they were healthy - NOT GOOD ENOUGH! If her vet says that hip dysplasia isn't really a problem or she says none of her dogs have ever had a problem - walk away.
IF you get one of the 6 weeks puppies, expect a lot of mouthing - biting and very little bite inhibition, fewer doggie skills and etiquette. House training will be more of a challenge as will many other early skills that the puppy would learn if left with mom and sibling for another month. I see the complaints routinely on various corgi lists.
That the six week litter is coming from a horse person is no surprise and stereotypic. I apologize if this offends anyone, however the horsey corgi breeder types are a big source of rescue dogs. They take your check and you are on your own. Temperaments can be iffy and health issues often arise.
The 12 week litter will be better adjusted, have better social skills, likely already beginning house training, leash training, crate training have age appropriate veterinary care.
No contest as to which litter from which I'd choose a puppy. As far as the price difference - breed knowledge, experience, knowing a breeder has done everything humanly possible to bring the healthiest soundest puppies into the world for their new homes and will be there if something should go awry, plus having a vested interest in the puppy for its lifetime - priceless.
Debbie
|