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Applicant IL
State: {Applicant State:2} Date of Application: 01/06/2020 Referred by: Other
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:
 Either a Male or a Female
Color preferred:
 Red & White, Red Headed Tri, Sable & White
Activity level:
 Couch Potato, Quiet

Other preferences:
 This is not a dealbreaker but I have bad associations with severely barking dogs. I know corgis are a herding breed and they do bark, but if there is one that has a tendency not to – that would be an excellent fit for me.

Also, this might be masochism – but I do prefer long haired corgis. I have spent ample time buried in dog hair to not find it that much of a bother.


Previous dog owner?
 Yes
 
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?

 For myself. I currently have an equally welcoming roommate and then will have family stay with me.

I understand the commitment of a dog, having grown up with one and recently taking care of my ex-boyfriend's dog(husky) as we lived together.


Why do you want a Pembroke?
 I love the breed's personality most. How stubborn they are and goofy – sploots and all. I also prefer the size. Having managed a larger dog, I now know that a medium dog like a corgi is a better fit for my lifestyle.
I have done research in a variety of forums. more advice based vet/rescue blogs but also facebook groups filled with daily posts on all kinds of corgis. It is a wealth of information on the pickiness over food, certain behavior traits (stubbornness, herding), as well as soothing and coping advice.
At the end of the day each corgi seems to have his/her own mix of quirks. I do think the chemistry with the owner decides a lot of what one is willing to work on.

Activities planned with Pembroke:
 I have expressed looking for an older, less active and quite corgi. This is with the understanding that it is relative – I know corgis as a breed are on the more active, vocal spectrum.

Knowing this I would absolutely exercise them as needed. I enjoy walks, short hikes, and exploration. I also find the use of intellectually stimulating toys goes long way in the happiness of the dog.

I would not lie though that I do wish to snuggle and provide plentiful love to my corgi. I know all corgi's are not meant for this and so hope that you will reach out if you have a match.


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? No

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: 		It depends. If I am able to catch it in the act then negative reinforcement such as voice and facial expression feedback. If not, then there is not much to be done but be more vigilant.
If the mistake is more than peeing or pooping, then with my husky I had a punishment corner which if he had done something really wrong(which lord a husky can do some mischief), he would be sent to – i did not wish to make his crate that space. However, since this will be an older dog not a pup, I will work with what they seem to respond to.
I also think soon after a scolding finding something to praise them on helps with reinforcing good from bad.

Discipline:
 Well, a firm response is important as well as consistency. If I am teaching them something, I use treats sparingly. I also provide positive reinforcement such as praise and pats.
For negative reinforcement I find eye contact and voice commanding. After scolding, I also find ignoring and taking away toys and pats useful based on the issue.

I had to ween my husky off stealing food. Part of it was taking the food away, combined by voice. second was training him to ask for food rather than stealing – you can't stop a husky from wanting scraps of our food but by focusing on better asking behavior we turned it into a positive. Discipline requires creativity and to fit with what motivates the dog. I would hear from the foster or shelter on what seems to work and further build on it.

Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time:
 The whole house, which is currently a 2bedroom, with a large living room, hallway, and my room being bigger.
My roommate will have the choice to allow them into their room or not, however, I do not forsee a problem. They are equally excited to have a dog in the house.

I might provide boundaries at first with the living room and my room. The kitchen takes some getting used to I have found with all the sights and smells.


Discipline:
 Well, a firm response is important as well as consistency. If I am teaching them something, I use treats sparingly. I also provide positive reinforcement such as praise and pats.
For negative reinforcement I find eye contact and voice commanding. After scolding, I also find ignoring and taking away toys and pats useful based on the issue.

I had to ween my husky off stealing food. Part of it was taking the food away, combined by voice. second was training him to ask for food rather than stealing – you can't stop a husky from wanting scraps of our food but by focusing on better asking behavior we turned it into a positive. Discipline requires creativity and to fit with what motivates the dog. I would hear from the foster or shelter on what seems to work and further build on it.
Where would Pembroke spend the majority of the time: The whole house, which is currently a 2bedroom, with a large living room, hallway, and my room being bigger.
My roommate will have the choice to allow them into their room or not, however, I do not forsee a problem. They are equally excited to have a dog in the house.

I might provide boundaries at first with the living room and my room. The kitchen takes some getting used to I have found with all the sights and smells.

House dog or outside dog?

 House dog

People at home during the day?
 Not always. Once I work full-time after May, during the week I will have 6-8hrs out, however I have two work from home days, as well as a dog friendly office.

Where would dog eat?
 I haven't decided yet, there would be a dedicated food corner though which is where at mealtimes I will go and place food.

I do not believe in moving the bowl around.


Where would dog sleep:
 In a dog bed in my room. Though based on their comfort and personality my bed would be ideal.

Play & exercise:
 I will have evenings open for play and exercise. As well as morning walks.
For the first few months, I will have more time to settle them in but overtime I will accustom them to the routine.
This is not to say that weekend will not be more flexible with maybe more dog park visits, hikes, lake walks. etc.

My husky loved the pool and so we spent time there. I really think it is important to adapt to the like of the dog.


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?
 I think I will slowly try out the yard first.. we had a very long leash that allowed our husky to run around with freedom and yet have the yard as extra protection. The yard walls (mix of steel fence and wood) appear sound as both neighboring houses have dogs and I have heard of no escape yet.

In either case I do not plan to leave them unsupervised. It do not know of the dimensions of the yard but it not that big, it goes with my three floor apartment building, where I am on the second floor.


Living arrangements:
 Rent/lease 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?
 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:

 I do not have a swimming pool or anything. Just a simple yard.

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?
 Prachi saxena

Willing to train children?
 I do not have children. When I do, yes of course.

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?

Are you willing to work on it if your new dog doesn’t get along with your current pets right away?
 Yes

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}