Hi Prospective corgi owner

[bally]

Hi,
I'm currently researching acquiring a Pembroke Tri corgi in the next year or so.

Currently, I live with a Giant Schnauzer and his owner. I've learned a lot about Giants. They are not for everyone.

I've been attracted to the corgi for a long time. What attracts me the most is they have the working dog mentality but come in a compact size. After living with a Giant for a few months. I appreciate the corgi even more.

Although, in the current arrangement, a corgi isn't a good idea. So, I'm starting my search and research now. Any opinions and advice on breeders, training, agility, herding, etc. Is most welcome.

Thank you
Bally's Nanny

[Dillydoodle]

Bally's Nanny-
Welcome! Glad to hear that you are looking at the corgi- they are wonderful dogs for sure. It is great that you are doing research before getting the dog, this is what i did. I spent months researching the breed, training, breeders, etc before i finally got my puppy. Dillon is my 17 month old red and white pembroke- our first dog and a complete joy. There are so many threads here on training, housebreaking, searching for breeders, and so much more...there really is a wealth of information here- welcome again...
Emilie

[tandemgal]

Hi Nanny!

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[Michael Romanos]

Corgis don't only need exercise to keep their weight down - less food will do that - but they need exercise - and lots of it - because they are very active, busy dogs who need exercise for stimulation and for exercises sake. You will find they need about as much exercise as say a Labrador. Pem Corgis excell in certain sports such as agility, tracking and herding as the slimmed down versions of Corgis are fast and athletic and are very aware, are devoted to their owner/handler and look for guidance and are very obedient and can think in problem solving.

Go to SOMETIMES TRAINING thread on Go Corgi and you will read a very small but relevant piece on just how easily Corgis can obey instructions despite what is going on around them.

[Jespah]

Hi Bally's Nanny,

Yes, we are quite biased here to Corgis. I have 2, a tri and a red and white Pembroke. Where are you located? That may help some of us give you an idea of breeders to talk to to learn about the breed and to visit to see if they would be potential pup providers.

[sweetlychee]

Hi and welcome!

I did not know anything about corgis when I was searching for one. I will be honest - it will take a lot of work, but it will also be very rewarding. All the fruits of your labor - researching, taking care of the dog, and more - will be rewarded.

Do be wary of fishy breeders. DO NOT get one from a pet store. Acquire one through a reputable breeder. See the dog's parents and do as much as you can to know the history and temperament.

Corgis are bright, curious, sweet, and very loyal. Like all dogs - they love to chew, play, and eat. When you get one, you'll know. Search around the site - have a lot of informational threads. And then come back here for more specific questions. Utilize this site. Members are very helpful and honest.

Good luck.

[Fluffypants]

Welcome to the site - you have great taste in dog breeds.

[adkmehrman]

Welcome to the site, and good luck in your search for a corgi ( the best breed on the planet ). I must give you a little word of caution in reagards to the Giant Shnauzer which I will assume will also be in the house when you get your corgi. Corgi's are working dogs that were developed to control large animals (cows) and therefore generally have no fear of larger dogs in the slightest and often think that they are the bigger dog in the relationship. Corgi's are not generally overly aggressive towords other dogs, but I would certainly be careful to make sure that your Giant has the temperment to take quit a bit of punishment from your corgi, especially when he is a puppy, and not retaliate.

My Corgi's best freind is a 100 lb Lab, who thankfully to his breed development is a very gentle giant who generally puts up with Koda's abuse. But if he wanted could easily do a lot of damage.

Just a quick word of caution

[Fluffypants]

Originally Posted by adkmehrman

I must give you a little word of caution in reagards to the Giant Shnauzer which I will assume will also be in the house when you get your corgi. Corgi's are working dogs that were developed to control large animals (cows) and therefore generally have no fear of larger dogs in the slightest and often think that they are the bigger dog in the relationship.

Very true of my girl Jackie! And good idea to bring it up A-man!

[glencorgi]

Bally,

Welcome to the board! You're off to a good start on corgi ownership. A few key points I noted:

1) Researching now for your corgi purchase/acquisition a year or so in the future.

2) Acknowledging, being aware of and realistic about the breed you are currently living with. Granted Giant Schnauzers might not be the breed for everyone, and by the same token, corgis aren't either.

3) Substantive reasoning in your attraction to the breed.

4) Being realistic about your current arrangement and why "now" might not be the best time to add a corgi to your life.

Gold stars and bravo to a good start. Lots of information in the threads here. Reading suggestions:
Susan Ewing's Pembroke Welsh Corgi Family Friend and Farmhand
Corgi Aid's Everything Corgi http://www.corgiaid.org
The PWCCA's website has some good articles. http://www.pwcca.org

And feel free to ask lots of questions here.

Debbie

[Michael Romanos]

I don't think there any correlation between Giant Schnauzers and Miniature Schnauzers. One of the reasons I say this is that my Pem Taylor gets on with most dogs and breeds. He particularly likes Miniature Schnauzers. But the only Giant Schz he has come across was female with both Taylor and the Schz off-leash, and Taylor did not like her harmless looking straight in your face prodding. If it was a Min Schz - no problem what so ever, boy or girl.

[adkmehrman]

I have known a few Giant Schnauzers and they were great dogs but they do have a few faults just like corgi's do. Giant are extremely dominant guard dogs that are nearly insperable from there owners. Corgi's carry some of these same traits but are generally not dog aggresive like Giants can be. Giants are generally not reccomended for homes with children or with other dogs (especially ones that are smaller than them) unless they are raised with them from puppyhood.

But ofcourse these are all generalities so you have to make your own decision.