male corgis attitudes

[milles2]

I re read what I wrote about Tucker's personality. SOunds Like I was describing a sociopath! But wait! He's a very sweet sociopath.....

[Bayoucorgi]

I don't think the attitude is a gender issue. It is more the individual dog or dog's family. Temperament and attitude is unbelievably heritable. That's why we breed certain lines for herding or performance. But its also why my rescue handled several vicious dog cases that were all progeny of one widely-used Champion stud dog. Since the attitude question was framed in the context of using him as a father, I would think about it. Stubborn isn't as much fun as not-stubborn. Biddable IS better.

One year old Liam is an "intense" dog when he is herding who stands his ground on the sheep. But he lets the cats beat him and chase him and he just lays down and squints his eyes. He is super friendly to everyone and every dog - even the little corgi girl in the pet store that snarled in his face.
His attitude is whatever the game, we'll play. He is exactly the temperament would breed for if I were a Corgi breeder but he has the poorest front I've ever seen, came from the rescue, and thankfully is neutered.

I know we're a little off thread about the mix-breed breeding topic but I agree with the others that we can't just breed more dogs, we must breed better dogs. It's not just mixed or purebred question. There are bad purebreds and great mixed breds. Anyone thinking of breeding (assuming they aren't keeping all the puppies for their entire lives), should be aware if animal overpopulation is a problem in their area. In US, especially in California, it's a huge problem. Anyone thinking of breeding a litter should visit a shelter and watch a "bump" (kill) list. Even if one doesn't watch them kill them, just watching them remove the dogs from the runs and realizing that the dogs know what is happening will break your heart.

[mochamix79]

Hi guys...it's been a while...but this post is just right for me to come back. I have a little (okay..much bigger now) 6 month old PWC who has the best attitude in the whole world. As of today, he's not neutered, and we'll probably wait until he's 8 months old. He's learned how to interact with other dogs, and loves to be around people. For the most part, he's independent, but is really really happy when his daddy is around. I've seen him be aggressive with other dogs when he is very tired, but he's never been mean to be mean. He is willful to the extreme, but with good training, he's become a very good listener (even better when it involves food). He has been the center of our universe for 4 months, and with the right amount of attention, and further obedience, he'll be the perfect dog. Any dog can be that, but consistency, attention and obedience are key.

[Michael Romanos]

Sounds like a typically normal Pem to me. Keep up the good work.

[LittlePonzo]

Ponzo is an 11 mth Pem who is far from dominant. Upon meeting any dog, he immediately lays with his ears back or stops and lifts his leg the others can get a better scent! He is neutered and adores all that meets, including guinea pigs and squirrels. He's snuggley and smart, however he can be mouthy when he has some pent up energy, which given the weather has been more frequent recently. He can also be stubborn when asked to come in from outside...the only way he will return indoors if he did not think of the idea is if some sort of food is waiting for him upon arrival. We are still working on that one!

[Michael Romanos]

When Taylor has been set upon by another dog on the odd occasion, he won't back down. And I give him a lot of credit for this. But I have noticed that during the last 12 months in particular he just knows which dogs to avoid like the plague and which dogs to go straight up to and expect a friendly reception. It is uncanny.

[Rustys mom]

ive noticed that lots of people either dont understand or agree with my decision to breed my corgi male with my own corgi/sheltie female. my reason is...my female, Katie is a pup from Sandy, a very intelligent , special rescue dog i have, that has cancer. Lots of you have made comments about unwanted mix breed dogs, i agree with that, but any pups that we have will not be unwanted. I already have people who would love one of Katie and Rustys pups. I dont want to step on anyones toes, but why are folks so eager to judge and condemn without knowing all the facts.
ive discussed my idea with my vet and she whole heartedly agrees with me. And about Rustys stubborn streak, hes now 14 months old and hes finally learning that the world does not revolve around him. Hes extremely intelligent, still demanding but developing into quite a sweet youngman.

[Michael Romanos]

Corgis are usually less demanding as adult dogs - by that time their owners should know their likes and dislikes and how they tick.

If you have a long list of good homes for mixed bred pups to go to, then don't feel defensive.

[Mvons]

Originally Posted by Michael Romanos

If you have a long list of good homes for mixed bred pups to go to, then don't feel defensive.

I disagree. If I wanted a mixed bred pup I would go to the shelter as there are a ton available. A RESPONSIBLE breeder breeds the quality and standards for each breed to continue to best qualities. Are you having the purchasers of your pups sign an agreement to not breed their pups or does this just mushroom to overpopulation of a mixbreed pup.

My first corgi was a great gal, wonderful personality. But I would not breed her because she had a severe turned out paw and one little flaw prevents me as a RESPONSIBLE person to not breed a flaw. Now my current puppy has a coat too short for a cardigan corgi. Most pet owners would think SO? Well I'm sorry but the standard for cardigans is a coat to withstand the weather for herding cattle. It doesn't matter that my dog won't ever see a cow. I believe in the standard otherwise buying a corgi, I won't know what I am getting.

[Cheetah]

Originally Posted by Mvons

I disagree. If I wanted a mixed bred pup I would go to the shelter as there are a ton available. A RESPONSIBLE breeder breeds the quality and standards for each breed to continue to best qualities. Are you having the purchasers of your pups sign an agreement to not breed their pups or does this just mushroom to overpopulation of a mixbreed pup.

I agree wholeheartedly! There is a MASSIVE overpopulation problem right now, at least in the US, and we are responsible for cutting down on the numbers by breeding only the best, and altering the rest!

[glencorgi]

There is a MASSIVE overpopulation problem right now, at least in the US, and we are responsible for cutting down on the numbers by breeding only the best, and altering the rest!

There are true overpopulation problems in certain areas of the US and others there are actually shortages of adoptable animals. Dogs from the south are shipped to northern shelters on a regular basis.

It is also true that most of the dogs in shelters are mixes. Nationwide the numbers have been dropping steadily year after year though. The top reasons dogs land in shelters have to do with: pet abandonment, owner retention and owner relinquishment. Might want to check the works of Nathan Winograd and Gary Patronek. These are also realities one wants to take into consideration when placing puppies.

Debbie

[bec]

I work for dog rescue in Australia.
We rehome hundreds of death-row puppies per year, but still, thousands are being killed in the pounds. There are too many dogs, and not enough families that want them.
I hope you change your mind about breeding.
Please visit a shelter and see all the lovely dogs without a family that loves them.