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Hometown:: Fort Worth,TX

About Me:: I am a mother, musician/vocalist and a Nurse among my other roles.

About My Corgi(s):: I saw my first Corgi when I was in a class training my collie. From that point on I knew I had to have a corgi someday. A few years back I was surprised to find out my boyfriend had a lovely corgi and knew a lot about the breed. This rekindled my desire for a corgi of my own. I said a few prayers. As a nurse I never accepted presents from my patients or their families. A couple of months later, a Hospice patient, of mine Bob, still competent, noticed that his corgi Teddy liked me immediatly. Teddy had some disapointments in his young life. His first owner was a young male artist. Apparently they were inseparable, it was common sight for the Fort Worth locals to see the young man with Teddy at his side walking around the arts district. The young man had to give Teddy up, so he offered him to Bob no charge just take good care of him. Teddy became Bob's loyal companion. Bob's wife only liked tea cup sized dogs. and nothing to do with him. Bob was an engineer type, good mind and wonderful sense of humor. Going in to meet my patient I noticed a gorgeous, I wish I had it, oil portrait of a sable and white corgi. I said hello to Bob and commented that he must be a corgi lover. He said "do you want one?" Teddy had come out from under the bed to give me the traditional pembroke greeting. Teddy was a one man dog, so this was rare for him to cozy up to someone else. I kept saying I would ,but could not since it was not correct to take presents. Although Bob was of sound mind, in his case his mind had outlasted his body. Tragically he was dieing of lung disease. Not long for this world. So his family were all there at this side. All night long they assured me there was no where else for teddy to go in the family. They all had bird dogs etc. So after much persuasion I agreed to take Teddy home. Bob had worried so about Teddy, his little buddy and now signed the last legal paper of his life, Teddy's papers over to me. One less worry for Bob. I fed Teddy a few hours before I left, he allowed me to put his leash on and jumped happily into my Bonneville. So my prayer was answered,. My boyfriend was a bit stunned that I had been given such a well bred corgi. Teddy was not fixed, quite good lineage, so I promised him he would have a good fling. His lineage offered good bloodlines not common in our area. A few years later a man stopped by and asked about a kennel we had unused, he spotted Teddy and was impressed by how well bred he was. I did not realize it but I lived around the corner from a reputable corgi breeder. We became friends and plans were made to breed to one of her lovely bitches. I fell for their red headed tricolor bitch Kimber, a beauty and a sweetheart. So I bought Kimber. Kimber had one litter of 8 already. Teddy was one very pleased dog. He would look at me with those expressive eyes as if to say "you kept your promise!" I have never seen anything like it, during that short time they bred literally hundreds of times. Kimber, one day after she stopped changed, her belly looked like she had swallowed a long 10 lb watermelon. Kimber was quite pleased with herself.
I bought Amber at 6 weeks from the neighbor as well. She is unrelated. On this site Amber Bailey, to be my pick of the litter male's bitch. She was 6 weeks old. The next day, Easter 2006, Kimber gave birth to 8 pups all picture perfect. with separate white socks on each. Around 6 hours. No problems and not even a runt in the bunch. Kimber adopted Amber and basked in the glory of her motherhood. If I did not work, I would raise corgi pups full time. Nothing compares to the joy of 9 happy healthy loving precocious corgi pups running up to greet you. Ron, my guy, is a "big" dog person German Sheperds, He was well won over by corgis by the time the litter came and shared their birth & all the day to day experiences. Ricky was #4 a perfect red headed tri with black patent coat, full white collar and stole, and separate white socks. Ron said as Ricky slid from his mother into my hand "there's your male." Again ,God had blessed me and given me the male pup I desired. The vets all said the litter was exceptional. Now I realize until I no longer work full time litters will have to wait, plus I do not want to displace Ricky. Yes, they are obedient but spoiled. After much contemplation I had Kimber fixed. She was an exemplary mother, it was a very hard choice to make.
Now I offer Ricky for stud. He is more then willing, no coaxing required. LOL.

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At 12:52pm on October 31, 2008, Lady Bug said…: Come check us out! I just started a group for all Texans (or former Texans) and their corgis:
http://www.mycorgi.com/group/corgisintexas

At 9:29pm on August 14, 2008, Susan said…: Your little fella is a well-marked tri, and very handsome. I'm sure his studding is appreciated by all he encounters....hehee!

At 2:56pm on March 1, 2008, Scarlett said…: Hi!

What a nice day for a walk. Scarlett already has chased three motorcycles today. She stayed on her side of the street and yards. LOL!

Take care and maybe I'll see you out and about...

At 3:10am on February 21, 2008, Joy said…: Corgi is a handsome and obviously happy pup! Ricky & Kimber

At 2:52pm on February 14, 2008, Corgi Mom said…: Welcome to the group!

At 9:02pm on February 13, 2008, Cindi said…: Hi and welcome!

At 10:54pm on February 11, 2008, Sam Tsang said…: Welcome Joy!

At 10:49pm on February 11, 2008, AmberBailey said…: post some more pics of my brother grandma!

At 10:15pm on February 11, 2008, Kristen said…: Ricki is a doll! Welcome to Corgiville. Sad about the patient, but what a wonderful gift from them to you and how wonderful for you to take in Teddy. I'm looking forward to seeing more pictures!