UPCOMING LITTERS
Because I breed only 1-2 litters per year (if Mother Nature cooperates!) my puppies are often reserved a year or more in advance. However, occasionally an approved home falls through, or the bitch has a very large litter and a pup becomes available. In general I take 3 names for my primary pet puppy list, and 3 names for my show prospect list. Others, if they wish, go onto my backup lists. Unfortunately there can be no guarantee as to the number of puppies per litter.
PLANNED BREEDINGS
2011
SUMMER /FALL 2011
(List Open)
Ch. Cheysuli's Truffles at Midnight X Ch. Pecan Valley Blue Thunder
Gracie, a brindle-pointed tricolor girl, will be bred to the very striking blue boy, Thunder, who on his very first weekend in the show ring–at 7 months of age–brought home a Group 1! He has also sired some lovely puppies. (Gracie unfortunately has very irregular seasons, so it's impossible to predict when she might come in season.)
(Pedigree)
RESERVATIONS/WAITING LIST
I accept reservations for a specific litter at any time. I require a $100 "waiting list fee" to hold your slot. The balance of the purchase price is due in full when the puppy is collected in person, or prior to shipping. This $100 fee is fully refundable if the bitch fails to become pregnant; if something happens to the litter prior to, during, or after whelping; or should quality evaluation restrict the number of companion/show puppies available.
Please Note: The waiting list fee is retained if the buyer should change his/her mind at any point following the initial payment, as other potential homes will have been referred elsewhere.
FINDING THE RIGHT HOME
I ask anyone who is interested in potentially acquiring one of my puppies to answer a series of questions regarding home life, work schedule, other pets, expectations, and several other concerns. Just as a puppy buyer wants the happiest, healthiest, most adorable puppy as a family addition, I as breeder and Designated First Adoring Human want to make certain a potential home is right for a pup I have brought into the world. I'm not interested in your bank account number, online password, or your mother's maiden name, but I do want to feel strongly that the situation is sound and the expectations are reasonable. Please be prepared to answer these questions–and please feel free to interrogate me!
Note: It's a very sad thing, but there are animal brokers who portray themselves as happy family homes in order to buy puppies for pet shops, or as breeding stock. My questions may feel intrusive, but this is another reason for them.
HOW LONG IS THE WAIT?
From fertilization, canine gestation averages nine weeks. The puppies then remain in my home until they are 8-10 weeks of age. So plan on a 4-month waiting period from the actual breeding before your new pup joins your household. I send out regular e-mail updates as the bitch comes in season, once pregnancy is confirmed, and when the pups are born. Throughout the following 8-10 weeks I send digital photographs and general updates to everyone on my waiting list. Keep in mind that Mother Nature always has her own agenda, so breeding and whelping dates are approximate.
COLORS
Cheysuli specializes in blue merle and black Cardigans, so except in rare instances
I'm unable to offer reds, sables, or brindles.
SHIPPING PUPPIES
I will ship puppies by air to all states, and internationally. Puppy buyers are responsible for the airfare, which is determined by the airline (this price may be checked in advance with the carrier), and for purchase of the airline-required crate, crate pad, and bowl/sticker kit. It is less expensive to buy/keep these reusable items than to ship them back to me. I must receive payment in full before shipping the puppy. I have shipped puppies in the past, including overseas, and all have fared very well–including those who are joining my personal household. Puppies tend to be more adaptable to flying than adult dogs. As advised by veterinarians, I do not tranquilize puppies or adults. All of my dogs--puppies and adults--are accustomed to riding in crates in the car well before shipping.
Shipping internationally is much more complex and expensive, and I advise the use of a well-established animal relocation company.
Be advised that shipping out of Phoenix between May 15th and September 15th limits the number of available carriers, as most have an embargo on accepting animals when the temperature is over 85F. Certain carriers, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Continental, do take special steps to insure the health and safety of an animal during the summer months.
Domestic Shipping Cost Estimates:
Airfare: Check with individual airlines
Airline-approved puppy crate: $40
Airline kit (includes crate pad, stickers, food/water cups, etc.): $15
I recommend that you bring the following with you when meeting your puppy at the airport: buckle collar (not a ‟noose” or ‟slip” collar), leash, bowl and water, paper towels, bath towel, baby wipes, small garbage bag. If the puppy has an accident while in transit, you will be very glad to have these supplies with you!
REFERRALS
If you are seeking a pet puppy sooner than the planned litters mentioned above, contact the following Arizona-based breeders to see if they have anything available, litters on the way, or breedings planned. You may also wish to look at the Breeders' Directory, broken down by region, at the Cardigan Welsh Corgi Club of America's website:cardigancorgis.com.
Renay Crooker, ‟Sunspark” (Phoenix): ralms@cox.net
Karen Harbert , ‟Aelwyd” (Tucson): aelwydcwc@aol.com
Karen & Shannon Wilson,‟Kantasia” (Phoenix): kantasia2@cox.net
Please be aware that these breeders will want to ask questions just as I did.
CONTACTING ME
If you would like to discuss reserving a puppy, please read the website to learn about my breeding goals and philosophies, and then e-mail me through the link on the home page. Please indicate in the subject field that this is a puppy inquiry, or your e-mail may disappear into my spam filter and be automatically deleted.
Thank you for your interest in Cheysuli Cardigan Welsh Corgis!
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A Note About "Breeders" and Registries
The Cardigan is growing in popularity, and unfortunately there are high-volume commercial kennels and puppy mills now breeding Cardigans strictly for money, to furnish a "cash crop" for national pet store chains and other animal brokers, particularly in the Midwest. In most cases, these "breeders" have very little practical experience with the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, know next to nothing about the breed's origins and temperament, do not test their breeding stock for health clearances, and haven't a clue about the origins or health of the parents.
All potential puppy buyers are strongly urged to locate responsible, reputable "show breeders," also called "hobby breeders," with many years of Cardigan experience, and to talk with them about the acquisition of a puppy. In most cases, the purchase price asked by show breeders may be significantly less than amounts asked by commercial kennels and pet stores.
It is true that most hobby breeders do not always have puppies available, but this is because they believe in committing themselves to only 1-3 litters a year so that the puppies have the benefit of experienced care and full-time love. Hobby breeders do not rely on hired help to care for their dogs. Puppies are individually socialized from birth to prepare them for a brave new world of loving companion families and the show and performance rings, and are not kept in crates and store windows. Keep in mind that once past the "cute" stage, pet shops turn older puppies over to shelters and rescue groups because they are no longer marketable. A hobby breeder keeps the puppies until they are sold or placed, regardless of age.
Please do your homework before purchasing any puppy, even one of mine.
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