1 Rescue Dog(s) currently available - as of Jan, 2010
	Emma is a wonderful 7 year old, black headed tri fluffy. She has been spayed, is in good health, up to date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and on preventative medications. Emma was an owner surrender. She is good with children (her foster home has 3) and is fine around cats. She is housebroken and crate trained. Emma lived with another male corgi in her previous home, and is fine with the male corgi in her foster home. However, she can be aggressive towards dogs that she does not know. Emma may do best in a home as an only dog, or one with a laid-back male. Emma is a fluffy, but her hair is fairly short, and will not require much more grooming than a corgi with a regular coat. She is very affectionate and smart. Do you have room in your heart for Emma? If so, please fill out an adoption application. For more information, please contact us.
Contact us at rescue@goldengatecorgis.org or (831) 455-9842

The history of the Corgi is mystical. Legend has it that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an "enchanted" dog, and certainly this must be true! It is said he was used by the fairies and elves of Wales to pull fairy coaches, work fairy cattle, and serve as a steed for the fairy warriors. Even today those people with keen eyes and understanding hearts may see the marks of the "fairy saddle" in their coat over the shoulders.

Pembrokes have been used by the Welsh as herding dogs, family companions, and guardians of the farm. They continue today to be workers and companions for their owners. It is believed that their ancestry dates back to at least the tenth century. It is unknown whether they are descended from the Vallhunds (Swedish cattle dogs possibly brought to Pembrokeshire by the Vikings) or from the ancestors of the present-day Schipperkes and Pomeranians that were brought to Wales by Flemish weavers.

These dogs were bred by poor farmers who needed a dog that could survive on next to nothing; they do not need a lot of food!

Fat corgis are not "happy Corgis!" (No matter what they say!) With that said, please follow along with our story about Gus:

More about RESCUE: If you decided that a Pembroke Welsh Corgi is the dog for you, keep in mind what your needs are and how much time you have to spend. Raising a young puppy is a lot of fun but also requires a big commitment in terms of time and training, etc. Older puppies who are past the housebreaking and teething stages, or adults who have "retired" from the show ring also are sometimes available. Puppies are usually sold as pets or show prospects; the latter require an additional time commitment in order to train the puppy for the show ring and keep it in show condition. Ask the breeder to help you decide on the best Corgi for you. When buying any Corgi, whether puppy or adult, you should receive a record of vaccinations and other medical treatment, if any, a pedigree, which serves as your Corgi's "family tree," and an American Kennel Club registration form (unless, however, certain conditions were imposed when you bought your Corgi. e.g., that it be spayed or neutered, in which case registration papers usually will not be provided until the conditions are met). The breeder also should provide you with suggestions on feeding, grooming, and training. It is in your best interest to follow these suggestions - the breeder is speaking from experience and has devoted a great deal of time, effort and thought on what it takes to produce a happy healthy Corgi. As a breed club devoted to the welfare of the breed, we recommend buying from a reputable breeder. Breeders are very familiar with the characteristics and personality of the breed. Visiting a breeder allows you to see Corgis at home and at play and to see first hand how your Corgi was raised. A breeder serves as a continuing source of information when you have questions about training, grooming, feeding, etc.