If you are looking for a puppy and have decided on a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, you need to know what to look for and what the American Kennel Club standards are for the breed. This will include overall health, size, temperament, and socialization with people, dog color and the way they move. A good breeder will only breed dogs that have health guarantees and are quality stock according to the proper AKC guidelines. This is important when you are looking for a Corgi puppy. This is not only important for a pet but also for a show dog.
Temperament And Socialization
If you are looking for a puppy, you need to watch the puppy to judge their temperament. You also need to see how they act around you and the other puppies. Their disposition and temperament is important not only for show, but also for a pet. If they show signs of aggression, you need to determine why this behavior has developed already in a puppy. The breeder may be some help in answering this question. It may be something simple such as being shunned by the other puppies. Puppies do treat the other puppies differently, especially if the dog is a runt of the litter.
Overall Health Of The Pembroke Welsh Corgi
You should look at the eyes, skin, legs and overall body weight. Watch the dog walk to ensure there are no deformities in the legs, which could result in further health problems down the road or disqualify them for showing. The size of the puppy should be close to what the standards state that a puppy of that age should be. The markings and the teeth are also important things to look at.
The General Area They Live In
If you are going to look at a puppy, you need to look at the conditions of the area in which they were raised. This is important to access if the puppies are indeed well cared for before you take them home. If the area is dirty, you may not have a guarantee that the puppy's health is free of disease or parasites. If it is a backyard breeder or a puppy farm, you will have no guarantee of the parents, health or care taken to breed quality standard Corgi's. The dogs should all be happy and playful. This shows energy and spunk that all healthy puppies exhibit.
Other Little Things To Look For
Some other things to look at are the ears, not only for shape, but also for mites and dirt. You also want to check the nails and paws of the puppy. You can generally see if the dog is in good health but you also want to see the papers from the vet that states the puppy is in good health. This is important and reputable breeders will supply this information to you. The puppies should have already had their first shots. If you follow these tips in choosing a Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy, you should take home a happy and healthy puppy to join your family.
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