Promote is defined as: 1) To raise to a higher position, rank, or class. 2) To further the progress or growth of : advance. 3) To advocate the adoption or use of. 4) To try to sell or popularize by publicity.
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The first definition, well corgis do that naturally.
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Definition #2, IF I can do that by responsible breeding practices, utilizing the latest break throughs in science whether it be by new discoveries which provide new tools for breeding or medical care - then absolutely.
Definition #3, I do advocate adoption of rescues when the circumstances are right for that, refer to reputable and responsible breeders when that is the best course for a potenitally interested home.
Definition #4, I do publicize the services offered by our rescue group; the pros and cons of rescue; I do the same for reputable breeders. Corgis in the US already have the popularity, so publicity is not something that is really needed.
When I was in the vet's office on Friday with one of my corgis, I had two somewhat interesting encounters. One was with another corgi owner bringing their dog in for a checkup. Poor girl was extremely obese and with the help of the staff, we addressed the weight issue - tactfully. So in that case, I was promoting proper weight and health.
Now something maybe not encountered in NZ is breeding just because someone has two dogs of the same breed. A family came out with their Australian Shepherd puppy. I figured that was what it was - only due to color. It was the same color as a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and had some similar characteristics to that breed, but not quite right for it. I apprehensively guessed that it was the Aussie, due to logisitics of popularity and how randomly they are bred around here. It is sad to have to guess the breed of what is supposed to be a purebred animal and that is the case sadly for corgis here as well.
I promote responsible ownership, informed and researched decisions about breeds of choice.
Debbie