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Applicant IL
State: {Applicant State:2} Date of Application: 07/11/2019 Referred by: Website
First name: {First Name:98} Last name: {Last Name:97} First name 2: {First Name 2:94} Last name 2: {Last Name 2:93}
Street: {Street Address:3}
City: {City:4} State: {State:5} Zip: {Zip:6}

Ages interested in:
 1 year – 3 years, 3 years – 5 years, 5 years – 10 years
Gender preferred:
 Female
Color preferred:
 Any color
Activity level:
 Couch Potato, Outgoing, Quiet, Playful, Energetic, Very Active

Other preferences:
 I own an end-unit townhome without the ability to install a fence in my yard; however, I regularly utilize the yard, my neighborhood is dog-friendly, and neighbors can rarely be heard through the shared walls (even neighbors with dogs). My neighborhood has a nature park with walking and bike trails, which is a few blocks from my home. My town also has a fenced off-leash dog park. While I am not a runner, I enjoy taking walks and being outside. I have taken my parents’ dog, a Labrador (she does not live with me but visits often), to the park many times as well as multiple dog parks in the area. I am interested in a corgi for their small size but “big dog energy.”

Previous dog owner?
 No
 
Dog 1
 
Dog 1 name:
 {Dog Name (Most recent/ current first):24}
 
Dog description:
 {Description of Dog:25}
 
How long owned?
 {Length of time owned:26}
 
Where is this dog now?
 {Where is this dog now? (Explain if you no longer have the dog):37}
  Dog 2
 
Dog 2 name:
 {Dog Name (Most recent/ current first):30}
 
Dog description:
 {Description of Dog:33}
 
How long owned?
 {Length of time owned:35}
 
Where is the dog now?
 {Where is this dog now? (Explain if you no longer have the dog):39}
  Dog 3
 
Dog 3 name:
 {Dog Name (Most recent/ current first):29}
 
Dog description:
 {Description of Dog:32}
 
How long owned?
 {Length of time owned:36}
 
Where is dog now?
 {Where is this dog now? (Explain if you no longer have the dog):27}
  Dog 4
 
Dog 4 name:
 {Dog Name (Most recent/ current first):28}
 
Dog description:
 {Description of Dog:31}
 
How long owned?
 {Length of time owned:34}
Where is this dog now? {Where is this dog now? (Explain if you no longer have the dog):38}

Who is this dog for?

 Myself

Why do you want a Pembroke?
 While I have never owned a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, I have done periodic research on the breed over the last few years while planning to adopt a dog. As stated on a previous page, I like the idea of a small to medium size dog with “big dog energy.” I grew up having labradors, sometimes multiple at one time, and I often miss the energy. Yet, living in town – albeit on the edge of town – makes it difficult to have a large dog, simply because I don’t have an area where a large dog can roam freely. However, I love walking and feel it feasible to have a corgi that I can keep up with. I know that the breed is very intelligent and can suffer from boredom, so I am prepared to offer enrichment as necessary. One thing I would like further education on if given the chance to adopt is potential health issues of this breed. While I have read some information about this topic online and am aware of the potential issues due to corgis’ size and structure, I want to be prepared for an aging corgi since I plan on my home being a “forever home” to any dog I adopt.

Activities planned with Pembroke:
 My preferred method of exercise is walking, whether that’s on the sidewalk or on the biking/walking trails near my home. My town and other towns nearby also have dog parks, which I have visited with my parents’ dog a number of times when she has visited. I spend the majority of my evenings at home, so much of that time, when not walking, would be spent sitting outside in the yard or inside in my lower level. I understand that playing and enrichment is important for a corgi, so that would also be on my daily agenda.

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

Vet contact info:
 {If yes, please provide contact information including the vet’s name, clinic name, street address, city, state, zip, and phone. Also include the website if there is one.:52}

Will handle mistakes Pembroke makes like this: 		While I understand that corgis need strict and consistent discipline at first, I understand that animals do not respond well to yelling or physical discipline, which should not be used. In my opinion, positive reinforcement has been most successful in training a dog, which means mistakes should not be reinforced with treats, praise, etc.

Discipline:
 As stated above, yelling or physical discipline should not be used. The best way to communicate with a dog is using clear hand and voice commands to get the intended message across without doing any harm to the dog. Again, consistent positive reinforcement is helpful when training.

Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time:
 Most time would be spent inside my home, with the exception of daily outdoor exercise. I grew up used to our dogs having free roam of the house just like any other family member, which would be preferable depending on how training goes.

Discipline:
 As stated above, yelling or physical discipline should not be used. The best way to communicate with a dog is using clear hand and voice commands to get the intended message across without doing any harm to the dog. Again, consistent positive reinforcement is helpful when training.
Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time: Most time would be spent inside my home, with the exception of daily outdoor exercise. I grew up used to our dogs having free roam of the house just like any other family member, which would be preferable depending on how training goes.

House dog or outside dog?

 House dog

People at home during the day?
 I have the ability to work from home at select times throughout the week and would try to utilize that option as much as possible. When working at my office in town (the same town where I reside), the dog would be alone. My adult brother is staying with me temporarily and is sometimes home the majority of the day when I am working. His shifts as a police officer vary, so he sometimes works days and other times works nights.

Where would dog eat?
 I don’t have a specific place in mind, but my first instinct would be the kitchen or back hallway, away from the dining room table where I typically eat. I am open to suggestions.

Where would dog sleep:
 I would love to have a dog that is comfortable sleeping with me or having free roam of the house during the night, but I also understand some dogs can be territorial and I would definitely provide a dog bed and/or crate as an option if that is what the dog prefers.

Play & exercise:
 As stated on a previous page, I enjoy walking and would plan to do so daily, likely multiple times a day before leaving the house and after returning (if working at the office and not working from home, that is). During weekends or periods with more free time, I would love to be able to take my dog to new parks and other places to explore. As I previously stated, I am home most evenings and would incorporate play into that time. When gone, I would try to utilize enrichment toys as much as possible to keep my dog occupied and avoid boredom. My brother is also a dog-lover, so he would definitely play with the dog when he is present.

How will you exercise your dog?
 On leash

Fenced yard?

 No, I don’t have a fenced in yard.

Willing to pick up dog waste?
 Yes, I will clean up after my dog.

Willing to use a crate?

Living arrangements:
 Own home

Landlord info:
 {If you rent/lease your home, please list the name, telephone number and email address of your landlord. State “Not Applicable” if you own your own home.:67}

May we contact your landlord?

Lease allow dogs:

Landlord permission:

Restrictive covenants?
 No, the condo covenants do not prevent me from having a dog.

Breed/size restrictions?
 No

Description of yard:

 I have a large, grassy yard with a few trees but do not have the ability to put up a fence due to homeowners association rules. It is feasible to put a dog outside on a leash if supervised closely. I am allowed to modify the small patio area and have seen other neighbors with make-shift fencing around their patio area; however, I understand that’s not reasonable for dogs that can jump and know that it is not a substitution for daily exercise. I regularly sit outside and would be able to supervise the dog on a long leash from my patio.

Household members:
 {Describe all the people who live in your home, include names, ages and interests. For example, Mary Smith, 29, Enjoys cooking, dog training, gardening and running.:75}

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?
 Alayna Starr (myself)

Willing to train children?
 I have no children.

Any allergies?

 No one is allergic.

Current pets:

{Please list and describe all of the pets that currently live in your home, including the name, type, age, sex and whether it is neutered. For example, Lenny, komodo dragon, 3 years old, not neutered.:80}

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?
 If my newly adopted dog did not get along with my parents’ dog, I would simply not have my parents’ dog over. She typically comes over when I choose to have her, usually when I want some dog time. My parents are the owners of the dog and do not ever drop her off unexpectedly.

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.

Personal references:
 {Personal References. Please list two people who know your family well, but who are not related to you (No moms, grandmas, sisters, etc) who will attest to the fact that you are a responsible, dedicated pet owner. Include the name of the person, their phone number(s), email and relationship you have with that person. For example, Mary Smith, 123-343-4444, 123-333-5767, marys@gmail.com, friend.:87}