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corgigirl27 · **Hello -** 04-28-2006, 09:44 PM

Hello,
My name is Kathy and I live in Lake Tahoe. My corgi's name was Picabo, she was named after the skier by our kids. We had many good years together, whatever we were doing she had to be in the middle of it. She loved to hike and go along on cross county ski trips. Even when she was old and arthritic she was always up for a walk. She became ill and I lost her in October and I'm starting to look around for another corgi. I look at corgi rescue every once in awhile. I know the right corgi girl will come along for me.

Jane Austen · 04-29-2006, 05:00 AM

Kathy,
My girl Duchess was seven when I rescued her and I almost didn't because of her age. But it was love at first sight, and she is exactly the dog for me. Even though she may have been abused which accounts for her anxieties, she is a loving member of our family.
Good Luck in finding the perfect pet. Are you looking for a male or female? Let us know what is happening with you even if you don't get a dog right away.

darci · 04-29-2006, 07:48 AM

Welcome to our boards, I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will find again that perfect corgi to complete your family.
I lost my cat 4 yrs ago to pancreatic cancer and I still think of her and miss her. Her antics still put a smile on my face when I think of them.

I dont know if you have been to http://www.petfinder.com/ but I've seen a lot of rescue corgi's on that site.
Also http://pwcca.org/

Chip's Mom · 04-29-2006, 05:14 PM

I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my little one in February after almost 15 years and I miss him terribly. My sister bought me Chip and he has helped me tremendously.Although I still cry at unpredictable times. Petfinder just had some corgi pups listed - not sure if they are still available but good luck. A new pup doesn't replace your loss but it sure helps fill the void.

corgimom · 05:26 AM

Chips Mom, Darcis mom,

you are right, there are some Corgis on Petfinder(that sound like they are very nice) - one right in Illinois. It is a situation where the guy boarded him at his vet and then the guy passed away from a heart attack. How sad is that. The Corgi sounds like a wonderful dog - a little chubby - wish I had the time and space for him.

If you haven't been on petfinder before, you have to make sure you put
in the type of Breed you are looking for, otherwise, you will end up going
through every type of dog listed.

Linda

Chip's Mom · 04-30-2006, 06:26 AM

I have thought many times about getting a rescue and I may do it yet as I am hoping to get Chip a sister when he is a year old. Although him and Jasmine play real good now but she is getting so old you just never know. I have the space for another but I guess I don't want to upset the applecart. We will see when Chip is a year or so old. I want him to be the baby for awhile. In Northeast TN there aren't many corgis - but there are always rescues in Ohio. I wouldn't want to get one that I couldn't see - I would have to have one that would be a good fit for my family but I do feel so sorry for them.

glencorgi · 04-30-2006, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Chip's Mom

In Northeast TN there aren't many corgis - but there are always rescues in Ohio. I wouldn't want to get one that I couldn't see - I would have to have one that would be a good fit for my family but I do feel so sorry for them.

You'd be surprised how many corgis there are in Northeast TN

. As Palmetto is about the closest regional club rescue available - there are times when we are booming with rescues from that locale. It helps that I have a friend and rescue colleague who monitors the area and helps with transport to us if needed. Right now I'm kind of holding my breath for the relinquishment of all the Christmas puppy litters that were available in 2005.

I'm not sure if you were on the forum when I mentioned the upcoming corgi picnic in Kingsport, TN or not. It will be held May 21st and here is a link for more information <http://webpages.charter.net/noelcorgi/picnic06> Do try to come if possible - I'll be there and a couple of other GoCorgi members are planning to attend too!

A note about the volume of rescues you see listed in Ohio - there are two regional PWCCA clubs in addition to 3 or 4 independent corgi rescue groups covering that state. In addition to shelter dogs, owner turn-ins and the occasional one found as a stray; a few of the independent groups do go to the commercial dog auctions and purchase corgis. They also have a working arrangement with some of the Amish breeders and get corgis from them too. I know they once got six at one time.

Adopting a rescue doesn't have to be (and it shouldn't be <IMO>) like buying a pig in a poke. With our program you would fill out an application which help us get to know you, your family and the dynamics of your home. So we take into account other animals, children, activity levels - everything we can think of in order to get the best match. You can be as general or as specific as you like in describing the kind of corgi you might be looking for. (Just a hint tho' - the red & white, symetrically marked 6 month old puppies with obedience titles - just don't happen

) What I try very hard to do is match the homes to the needs of my fosters and what the home is looking for. I don't do the long cross country transport things, we limit our adoption range to where we can actually meet the prospective homes and the homes can meet the dogs. IF everything goes well at the meeting, then we do a two week trial period adoption just to make sure there are no surprises, and then we consider the adoption finalized. IF at anytime the home is unable to keep the dog, then it comes back to us. Rescue could be an option for you and be within your comfort level, whenever you are ready.

Do try to make the picnic - I'm happy to answer any questions about rescues you might have and can make some breeder recommendations regionally local as well.

Debbie

glencorgi · 04-30-2006, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by corgigirl27

Hello,
My name is Kathy and I live in Lake Tahoe. My corgi's name was Picabo, she was named after the skier by our kids. We had many good years together, whatever we were doing she had to be in the middle of it. She loved to hike and go along on cross county ski trips. Even when she was old and arthritic she was always up for a walk. She became ill and I lost her in October and I'm starting to look around for another corgi. I look at corgi rescue every once in awhile. I know the right corgi girl will come along for me.

Kathy, so sorry to hear about the loss of Picabo. Now my geography may be a little rusty and off kilter

, but I recommend keeping an eye on the Las Vegas shelter. There are quite a few corgis that come through there on sadly a fairly regular basis. Here is another lead for you to perhaps check out: Comstock Corgi Rescue <http://aroundcarson.com/blogs/aroundcarson/116>. I know of a couple of other leads I can perhaps pass along if you might be interested.

Debbie
who is a co-owner of the CorgiRescue list and tries to keep up with rescue options around the country

Chip's Mom · 04-30-2006, 12:06 PM

Debbie:

Thanks so much for that info. I didn't know there was a picnic in Kingsport so I must have not been on at that time. I live just outside of Elizabethton so it isn't that far for me and I would love to go to the picnic and will try my best. We are going to go to the beach that week but I will try to be home to go. I am so looking forward to going as this will be Chip's first beach trip. If I had known about your rescue group prior to getting Chip, I probably would have contacted you, however, I am so glad to have Chip, especially with his overbite.

darci · 04-30-2006, 08:50 PM

Chips mom I live in Athens, Tn about 3 hours from Elizabethton.

We are practically neighbor's.