Untitled_1631 - Lakeshore Pembroke Welsh Corgi Rescue

Date & Referral Source
State:		Date of Application:	02/03/2018	Referred by:	Website
Contact Information
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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, 3 years – 5 years	Gender preferred:	Either a Male or a Female	Color preferred:	Any color	Activity level:	Outgoing, Quiet, Playful
Other preferences:	I really enjoy walking, hiking, and camping; and would like a dog that can do these activities with me. However, I'd like a laidback personality if possible. I currently live in Chicago, where there can be a lot of noise, and I would be weary of adopting a extremely shy or nervous dog, incase the constant movement of the city made the dog feel unsafe.
Dog Ownership History
Previous dog owner?	No
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Questions Regarding Motivation for Adopting and Intentions
Who is this dog for?	myself
Why do you want a Pembroke?	I would like a small to medium sized dog, that is still athletic and can do outdoor activities with me. PWC seem to be perfect in that regard. My friend has one out in Colorado that she takes backpacking and cross-county skiing with her, which I found to be so amazing for their size. They just seem truly versatile. I currently live in a city, but also love the outdoors, and would like a dog that can be comfortable in both places.
Activities planned with Pembroke:	I love hiking and camping, cross country skiiing (if we ever get enough snow), regular city walks, the dog park, dog beach, doggie play dates with friends' and family members' dogs, etc. I work as a personal assistant, and spend a lot of time in the car running errands, and would like the dog to keep me company while I work if he can. I would also like to work on obedience training, either on my own or with a trainer. I think it helps to bond an owner and their pet, and gives the dog some good mental stimulation.
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:	I would redirect it, with a command like place, or remove them to another area.
Discipline:	I use a lot of praise and positive reinforcement like treats. I also use the word no, but not harsh or yelling at them, just like any other command word is used. I would never hit a dog, or use harsh training tactics like shock collars, choke collars, or the crate for punishment.
Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time:	At home with free range (after initial crate training), or with me out on errands.
Discipline:	I use a lot of praise and positive reinforcement like treats. I also use the word no, but not harsh or yelling at them, just like any other command word is used. I would never hit a dog, or use harsh training tactics like shock collars, choke collars, or the crate for punishment. Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time: At home with free range (after initial crate training), or with me out on errands.
House dog or outside dog?	House dog
People at home during the day?	I have two roommates who are at home on evenings and weekends
Where would dog eat?	In the kitchen
Where would dog sleep:	In the crate at first, and once he is comfortable and house broken he can sleep anywhere in the house
Play & exercise:	I live near several dog parks and regular parks for opportunities to play with other dogs and run around and play fetch. I plan on walking my dog at least twice a day for exercise and for bathroom needs. Because my work schedule is variable, I should be able to take my dog out for a longer play session almost every day, either at the dog park or dog beach, or on a longer walk or hike.
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 back yard has a 6+ foot wooden fence, with a locked gate. The front yard has an iron gate that is also 6+ feet high and is locked.
Living arrangements:	Rent/lease home
Landlord info:
May we contact your landlord?	No, you may not contact my landlord.
Lease allow dogs:	Yes, my lease permits dogs.
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Restrictive covenants?	Not applicable
Breed/size restrictions?	No
Description of yard:	We have a small fenced in yard. There is a garden around the edges and some patio furniture.
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?	Myself
Willing to train children?	Yes, but I do not currently have children.
Any allergies?	No one is allergic.
Current pets:
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Are you willing to work on it if your new dog doesn’t get along with your current pets right away?	Yes, but I do not currently have any other pets.
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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