Before you purchase a Corgi, think about why you want a dog. Corgi's live 12 to 15 years, and over that time span you will invest a fair amount of time, energy and expense. Puppy buying should never be a spur-of-the-moment decision. A lot of thought, consideration and research should be undertaken before a new pup is brought into a home. Owning a dog is a choice for life. Consider the care, obligation and responsibility that is attached for the life of that pet. Here are a few things you should know before buying a Corgi. 1. Grooming: Corgi's have a double coat consisting of a harsher outer coat and a thick, dense undercoat and they DO SHED. Shedding can be kept under control with routine grooming sessions. Nail clipping should be done monthly and started at an early age so they become use to the idea of having their feet handled and will tolerate the nail clipping. Ears need to be checked periodicaly and cleaned as needed. Bathing is only required as needed. 2. Exercise: Corgi's do require some exercise,  if allowed to become a couch potato, he will easily gain too much weight. Corgi's should be taken outside daily to play, whether it be a game of fetch, regular walks in the neighborhood, or a hike in the woods. 3. Training: Corgi's excel in the performance arenas of herding and agility. They should attend puppy kindergarten for socialization and then obedience classes to learn the basics and good manners. 4. Feeding: Corgi's do not require alot of food. They should eat 2 meals a day, between 1/2 cup to 1 cup per meal. Some Corgi's will always act hungry, don't fall for it! When giving treats, make sure they are healthy, low fat/calorie treats. 5. Children: Corgi's are usually excellent with children if raised with them properly. I do not advise getting a puppy for a child. Children need to learn how to behave around dogs and respect them, and the dog needs to be taught the same. I highly recommend crate training your puppy. To find out more info about the breed go here www.dogbreedz.com Looking for someone to come to your home and care for your pets while you are away? Check out Fetch Pet Care www.fetchpetcare.com Toxic Foods! www.leerburg.com/toxicfoods.htm Toxic Plants! www.leerburg.com/toxicplants.htm How to housebreak a puppy! leerburg.com/housebrk.htm More great training articles at www.leerburg.com Cathy's must have books to read: The New Complete Pembroke Welsh Corgi by John Wiley & Sons Inc. The Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Family friend & farmhand by Susan M Ewing Welsh Corgi's: Pembroke & Cardigan by Richard Beauchamp Cesar's Way by Cesar Millan The Canine Good Citizen by Jack & Wendy Volhard Natural Health for Dogs & Cats by Pitcairn & Pitcairn Are you a cat lover? Check out these Scottish Folds www.franciscanfolds.com Corgi's get along great with cats!