I Need Some Advice

[behinderhereyes]

You guys, I found a breeder not to fare from where I live. She has a litter of four male sable corgi's. The problem is they were born on December 20th and since my mom said I have to wait to get a puppy, it would be almost 7 months when I get it. Do you guys think that this would be a wise choice to a dog that would be 7 months old by the time I got it? I called her and she said she probably wouldn't have another litter till June. But then I would probably have to wait till Augest to bring it home. Guys what should I do? I am in quiet a pickle her. I would appreciate some advice.

[behinderhereyes]

Can someone give me some advice?

[anniimc]

Hello there,
I have always been told by breeders when I was looking to purchase my two beautiful girls. We are so proud of them and just love them so much. One is a Pembroke red/white fluffy and the other is a Cardigan tri color also fluffy.
Now getting back to what you were asking. The breeders told us that they wanted to place the pups before they turned 12 weeks as it was in this time that was the best for bonding with their new family. Hence we received Miss Lucy our Pembroke at 10 weeks and Gracie our Cardigan at 8 weeks old. They are a match made in heaven.

[behinderhereyes]

I think I am just getting so excited, I have foulnd breeders in WI and IA. I need to be patient

[glencorgi]

Originally Posted by behinderhereyes

You guys, I found a breeder not to fare from where I live. She has a litter of four male sable corgi's. The problem is they were born on December 20th and since my mom said I have to wait to get a puppy, it would be almost 7 months when I get it. Do you guys think that this would be a wise choice to a dog that would be 7 months old by the time I got it? I called her and she said she probably wouldn't have another litter till June. But then I would probably have to wait till Augest to bring it home. Guys what should I do? I am in quiet a pickle her. I would appreciate some advice.

And the problem here is?

If one is breeding within the Code of Ethics of the PWCCA, then puppies do not go to new homes before eight weeks. Most Breeders however, run puppies on until 10 weeks, sometime 12 to 16 weeks before they allow them to go to their new homes. This extra time with the dam and their littermates allows for good doggie skills and etiquette to be taught and learned. Bite inhibition is much better. Also during this time from the human/Breeder's involvement, there is a lot of socialization going on, leash training, crate training and so the transition into the new home goes much smoother. In your case, with the house training issues you had in the past; waiting until the puppy is six or seven months old is more of a win-win situation for you. Accidents will be fewer and your corgi will be less likely to get banished to the backyard.

Bonding is not an issue either. If it were, then rescues would not be able to adjust, adapt and declare themselves "HOME" with their new families. So given your family and your lifestyle, all I see is a win/win situation for you.

Debbie

[09dave52]

Our Corgi was 1 year old when we got her. Apparently her former owners turned out to not be Corgi people, I know it doesn't seem possible. Anyway, Minnie is 3 now and a true part of the family.

Dave A.

[Mvons]

Originally Posted by behinderhereyes

I think I am just getting so excited, I have foulnd breeders in WI and IA. I need to be patient

It is hard to be patient. We hope for a cardigan puppy in June. We have heard too of litters planned to be born in June. I am waiting until March 1st to contact breeders because they won't know for sure of a litter born in April until then because of when they do ultrasounds. But it may be until the middle of March before we hear of a litter as I wait for the So Calif group to meet and then I'll get word if any litter.

So hard to wait, but worth the wait. If there are no puppies and the Dec. pup is still available, then it is meant to be. It would be torture for me to choose a pup so long before I could receive it.

We got our last pup at 6 weeks because the mom was loosing interest in the pups. She was not bred again. The pups had such good personalities, never a bite, we don't have regrets getting her that early when the mom was done being a mom!

Merrie

[dcole]

As I've mentioned in other threads, we did not get Trevor until he was 5-1/2 months old. The benefits were that we could see what we were getting - meaning what he'd look like, his personality, activity level - that sort of thing. Also, he was already well-socialized with other dogs. And, depending on your breeder, some additional benefits may be that your dog may already be house-broken, know how to walk on a leash, etc.

Believe me, once you finally meet "your" dog, it will be love at first sight! Go for it!

-Debi

[Peggy]

Originally Posted by behinderhereyes

You guys, I found a breeder not to fare from where I live. She has a litter of four male sable corgi's. The problem is they were born on December 20th and since my mom said I have to wait to get a puppy, it would be almost 7 months when I get it. Do you guys think that this would be a wise choice to a dog that would be 7 months old by the time I got it? I called her and she said she probably wouldn't have another litter till June. But then I would probably have to wait till Augest to bring it home. Guys what should I do? I am in quiet a pickle her. I would appreciate some advice.

It's more important to find a REPUTABLE/RESPONSIBLE breeder than to worry about the age of the dog.

I have gotten dogs at various ages, from 8 weeks to 5 years old. They have all adapted, bonded and loved us. Age is not a factor if it's the right dog for you. A responsible breeder would help you in your choice of the right dog to fit your lifestyle.

IMO, be flexable and don't be tied to any one age.

Peggy

[Dillydoodle]

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[corgimom]

Peggy,

I agree with Emilie here. Don't reputable breeders take into consideration the whole family, which would include other pets if they have them, and how they are taken care of?

[behinderhereyes]

Just because Lucy lives outside, it does not mean she is not properly cared for. Lucy means the world to me. I spend tones of money to make sure she is not cold and to make sure she will be alright out there. When I get the chance I will be taking Lucy with me, along with the new dog and moving into a new house. Lucy then will not be staying outside anymore. We do not leave her outside all the time. We take her inside to. I am always out there with her, cleaning her ears, feeding her, playing with her, and making sure she does not feel so left out. She is taken well care of and you guys really shouldn't be worrying about her.

[CorgiMum]

How cold does it get cold in the winter where you live?

[Dillydoodle]

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[corgimom]

Behinderhereyes,

We obviously don't know you, but if you are in school, you can't possibly be spending all that time outside with her; and even when you get home, I would assume you have homework and other stuff that you do-(you mentioned you have a job that you go to after school); and it is not exactly warm in Minnesota during the winter so I have a hard time seeing anyone spending a lot of time outside with a dog during the cold weather that you can get in Minnesota(remember, I am your neighboring state) Does Lucy sleep outside also?

I am curious, since Lucy does not have some type of bladder infection or Kidney stones, why is it that your mom won't let you attempt to potty train her, but is willing to let you do it with a new puppy?