Untitled_1334 - Lakeshore Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rescue

Date & Referral Source
State:		Date of Application:	08/11/2017	Referred by:	Website
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Type of Dog Wanted
Ages interested in:	0 months – 1 year (we rarely get dogs in this age group), 1 year – 3 years	Gender preferred:	Either a Male or a Female	Color preferred:	Any color	Activity level:	Couch Potato, Outgoing, Quiet, Playful, Energetic
Other preferences:	Our current dog is very friendly, good with other dogs, and good with children. I'd like to have a Pembroke that is sociable with people, children, and other dogs.
Dog Ownership History
Previous dog owner?	No
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Questions Regarding Motivation for Adopting and Intentions
Who is this dog for?	This Pembroke will be for me. My family and I had dogs in the past. I helped care for two dogs who were with us for 12 and 15 years. Our last family dog passed away in 2015 from old age and a cancer of the bowel. I feel like I am ready to take on another dog for myself at this point in my life. I currently help take care of my housemate's 9 year old lab/pit bull mix. We live in a her house which has a small back yard and doggy door as access.
Why do you want a Pembroke?	The first time I saw a Pembroke was in a Japanese anime. I thought that the dog was really cute (go figure, it was a animated dog) and I looked it up to see if it was a real breed. It definitely is a real breed and they are even cuter in real life. Their short legs, long body, larger ears with a big smile, and their fun energy are all attributes I am looking for in a dog! When I walk my housemate's dog, I come across some Pembroke Welsh Corgi's and enjoy watching them trot around. The only research I have done is internet browsing on general breed information, available local breeders, local rescue programs, pros and cons of owning a Pembroke. I will continue to do research, not only on the Pembroke, but also general information on taking on a dog as your own.
Activities planned with Pembroke:	I would like to do some walking and running on the beach, trails, hiking, dog parks in my neighborhood of San Francisco. I'd like to take him/her camping too.
Aware that Pembrokes are busy, noisy dogs?	Yes
Money for basic care?	Yes
Money for unforeseen medical expenses?	Yes
Willing to house train?	Yes Willing to do formal training? Yes
Do you have a veterinarian?	No
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Will handle mistakes Pembroke makes like this:	It depends on the mistake. If it's something that requires repetition, as many things are, then I have to be committed to a consistent training method whether it be positive reinforcement or negative reinforcement. And in my experience, establishing respect is important since dogs are generally pack type animals. Using treats is the most known method of getting a dog to do something but I will also try negative reinforcement to deter bad behavior. I will not harm my dog but I will try to use tone of voice and body language to convey my message.
Discipline:	I used authoritative tone of voice and body language with my previous dogs to deter behavior. I hope to try crate training as well.
Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time:	When I am at work, my Pembroke would be home. My house mate is usual home when I am gone and her dog is also home. Her dog has a dog walker so I may ask them to take my Pembroke for a daily walk when I am gone. Otherwise, he will be home, in a spacious house with access to small back yard via doggy door, and also a spacious garage. When I am home, my Pembroke and I will go for walks at the beach, parks, jogs, and maybe road trips/camping.
Discipline:	I used authoritative tone of voice and body language with my previous dogs to deter behavior. I hope to try crate training as well. Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time: When I am at work, my Pembroke would be home. My house mate is usual home when I am gone and her dog is also home. Her dog has a dog walker so I may ask them to take my Pembroke for a daily walk when I am gone. Otherwise, he will be home, in a spacious house with access to small back yard via doggy door, and also a spacious garage. When I am home, my Pembroke and I will go for walks at the beach, parks, jogs, and maybe road trips/camping.
House dog or outside dog?	House dog
People at home during the day?	Yes, my house mate is usually home when I am not. I work three days a week so I will be available majority of the week for my dog.
Where would dog eat?	My Pembroke would eat in the house. I will have to wait and see what adjustments I will have to make when it comes to feeding both dogs.
Where would dog sleep:	I hope to crate train as well as allow my Pembroke to sleep in my bed. There is plenty of space for doggy beds in the house too.
Play & exercise:	I am active and I currently run 10-15 miles a week. I walk my house mate's dog at the beach and have taken him hiking, swimming, and kayaking. I will take my Pembroke with me for jogs and walks on trails and beaches. There is also a dog park 6 blocks from my house. When I am not home, I have access to a trusted dog walker.
How will you exercise your dog?	Both on leash and restrained to the yard
Fenced yard?	Yes, I have a fenced in yard.
Willing to pick up dog waste?	Yes, I will clean up after my dog.
Willing to use a crate?	The fence is about 10 feet high. On two sides, the base is 3-4 feet of concrete extended with chain link with wood planks, the other side is a 10 ft tall would fence.
Living arrangements:	Rent/lease home
Landlord info:
May we contact your landlord?	Yes, you may contact my landlord.
Lease allow dogs:	Yes, my lease permits dogs.
Landlord permission:	Yes, my landlord is fine with me owning a Pembroke
Restrictive covenants?	Not applicable
Breed/size restrictions?	No
Description of yard:	The yard is maybe 15 ft by 15 ft enclosed by high fences. There are bamboo trees as well as some flower beds. The center is concrete. There are no water fixtures or swimming pool.
Household members:
Everyone in household agrees about adopting a corgi?	Yes, everyone agrees and wants to adopt a Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
May we do a home visit?	Yes, I will allow LPWCR representatives to inspect my home prior to allowing me to adopt a Pembroke.
Who will be responsible for the adopted corgi’s care?	Marlowe Jason Ferrer
Willing to train children?	I do not have a child nor does my house mate, but yes I would be willing to teach children how to treat my dog or any dog.
Any allergies?	No one is allergic.
Current pets:
Current pets dog friendly?	Yes, all of our current pets are friendly toward dogs.
Are you willing to work on it if your new dog doesn’t get along with your current pets right away?	Yes I am willing to find ways to make the dynamic work.
Lifetime commitment to Pembroke?	Yes, I am willing to commit to this dog for the rest of its life.
Return to Lakeshore if unable to care for Pembroke?	Yes, I will only surrender my adopted corgi to LPWCR if I am unable to care for it.
Understand no guarantees?	Yes, I understand that there are no guarantees regarding the condition, health, behavior or personality of the Pembroke I adopt.
Carefully considered the pluses and minuses of adopting a pet?	Yes, I have carefully thought out my decision to adopt a Pembroke and am willing to deal with the consequences.
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