We breed and
Rescue
Pembroke
Welsh Corgi

What You Can Expect From Us

We want to create a great fit and facilitate a harmonious relationship between your Corgi and your family. We pledge to give you the highest quality service from start to finish that you and your puppy deserve, and we will always be there for both of you. Day or night. Forever.

We are often known for our responsiveness, friendliness, win win attitude, attention to detail and quality and our Corgis are calm with low herding instincts so no nipping at heels and excessive herding problems in your home.

Litter Update

We have 3 litters planned. First litter of 9 has been born are there are a few females left as of 3/6. Next litter we might have 2-3 spots left depending on how many are born. And we have more options available for the 3rd litter this summer. As soon as you place your deposit you get in line and can decide based on what was born if you are ready of if you want to wait for a future litter!

OUR CORGIS HAVE THEIR TAILS IN-TACT!

Corgis historically have had their tails docked to avoid luxury tax in the European nation. Today, it’s totally unnecessary and causes these day old puppies pain by having their lowest vertebrae severed or crushed during the docking process. Bleeding occurs and mamas get stressed seeing their litters distressed. At Prairie Peak we are pleased to offer unaltered Corgis with beautiful lush tails that extend their personality all the way to the tip.

Prepare for your puppy with our online puppy development and training courses

Owner & Master Trainer, Jack Lelwica, has gathered all of the questions that have been asked over the years of breeding and training such as preventing anxiety and fear, potty training tips, picking out a dog and breeder + much more and put it into a comprehensive training course for you to review. Click below to check out the puppy development course today so you can be prepared for your pup’s arrival!

Step 1: Application for Corgi

Reserve Your Corgi!
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Low-set, strong and sturdily built, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi gives an impression of substance in a small space. They are one of the most agreeable small house dogs, as well as an avid competitor in many dog sports, including conformation, herding, and obedience. The Pembroke Corgi is a separate breed from the Cardigan Corgi, possessing a shorter body and straighter, lighter-boned legs. Their ears are pointed at the tip and stand erect. The coat can be red, sable, fawn, black and tan with or without white markings. The tails of Prairie Peak Corgis will remain intact.

History
Although all evidence seems to point to the fact that the Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a much younger dog than the Cardigan Welsh Corgi, it is still true that the Corgi from Pembrokeshire is a breed of considerable antiquity.

No breed that traces its origin back to A.D. 1107 can be regarded as an especially new type of dog.

Training and Temperment
Pembrokes are very smart, sensitive dogs who respond well to training and mental challenges. As herding dogs bred to move cattle from one place to another, they are fearless, independent workers. A Pembroke without a job will often assign himself work, like herding children or his fellow dogs. They make excellent watchdogs, with acute senses and a “big dog” bark. Families who can meet Pembroke’s need for activity and togetherness will never have a more loyal, loving pet.

Nutrition and Feeding

Depending on the size of your dog as an adult you are going to want to feed enough food so they are healthy but this breed can often get overweight quickly. There should never be a protrusion of mid section(belly girth) beyond the width of the shoulders and hips. Feeding Lifes Abundance dog food has helped regulate this as well.

What you feed your dog is an individual choice, but working with your breeder will be the best way to determine the frequency of meals as a puppy and the best adult diet to increase his longevity. Clean, fresh water should be available at all times.

Coat and Grooming
Regular weekly grooming with a brush and the occasional bath will keep them clean and looking their best. Grooming can be a wonderful bonding experience for you and your pet. Their strong fast-growing nails should be trimmed regularly with a nail clipper or grinder to avoid overgrowth, splitting and cracking. Their ears should be checked regularly to avoid a buildup of wax and debris which can result in an infection. Teeth should be brushed regularly.

Energy and Exercise
Corgis will thrive in country home settings, but can adapt to a variety of living situations if given regular exercise. A strong and athletic little dog, the Pembroke loves physical activity and is happiest when he has a job to do. Basic obedience training is strongly recommended by the Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of America and Prairie Peak Kennels can help with this program for you. This training is best when it teaches you how to teach your dog. The time you spend in training, especially during the first year of your pet’s life, will be repaid many times over by giving you a well-behaved companion, one that is bonded to you and your family for the rest of his life. Pembrokes are seen in many areas of dog activities like obedience, herding, tracking and agility. They excel in all of these events and are still used as working cattle dogs and are loyal family companions.

Health

Like all breeds there may be some health issues, like hip dysplasia and eye disease. Some dogs may be faced with these health challenges in their lives, but the majority of Pembroke Welsh Corgis are healthy dogs. Working with a responsible breeder, those wishing to own a Pembroke Welsh Corgi can gain the education they need to know about specific health concerns within the breed. Good breeders utilize genetic testing of their breeding stock to reduce the likelihood of disease in their puppies. Currently, the Prairie Peak breeding program is not seeing any recurring health issues in our breeding stock. Thankfully!!!

Preferred Homes

We prefer to place our puppies in active homes and encourage owners to participate in activities that utilize his/her natural talents of herding and overall companionship. Corgis are great house dogs but need more exercise than the average house dog. If you can not take your dog on a 30 minute walk daily, at a minimum, this is not the breed for you. Dog parks and other off-leash exercise is a plus.

We also prefer our puppies to go to homes where they will spend daily, quality time with their owners. Corgis require a lot of human interaction and will become confused if regularly left alone for long periods of time. If your Corgi will be left alone for longer periods of time, such as while you are at your 8-5 job, you will need to make up for that by one on one interaction before and after that longer period away.

Even if your Corgi will be in the house with another dog, spending 8-12 hours per day, 5 days a week inside does not provide enough mental and sensual stimulation for an intelligent herding dog. Outside, your dog will be able to see and smell the many things going on around him and you will come home to a much calmer and happier dog. Contact us directly to discuss the best options for your current lifestyle. There are many win win situations out there that have worked in the past for other owners.

Male/Females Differences

We charge the same price for either sex, as they are equally great family companions. With regards to the sex, we find some minor differences such as the male being a touch larger. Overall in our experience, there is not a sex that we would recommend over the other as long as you plan to have your puppy altered at the appropriate time. With regards to having multiple dogs in the home, it’s important that you learn how to be properly dominant in the home so you can avoid having any issues between the other lower members of your family “Pack”. At Prairie Peak Kennels, we are professional dog trainers and behaviorists and we can help you with this!

Choosing Your Puppy

No matter how much we’d like there to be some scientific method of choosing the best puppy from a litter, there really isn’t one. What constitutes the “best” puppy is extremely subjective and what becomes of a puppy is very much in the hands of its owner. So long as you are buying a properly socialized, healthy puppy from a sound breeding by a reputable breeder, it won’t matter which puppy you choose. You could close your eyes, reach in and take home whichever puppy you happened to grab and you’d have the raw material for a great hunting and family companion.

It is possible to predict a bit about a puppy’s future personality based on the puppy’s size relative to his siblings. The biggest puppy will most likely be laid back and easy-going. This is because he never had to scrap with his siblings for anything. He will normally be very patient with young children. You should take the introduction of new things, such as gunfire, slowly and carefully when training this puppy. This puppy will also need frequent off-lead outings in order to build the boldness needed to become an excellent hunter.

If you do not have the time to take your puppy on frequent off-lead adventures, do not choose the biggest puppy in the litter. On the flip-side, the smallest puppy will most likely be outgoing, fearless and energetic. This is because she always had to scrap with her siblings for everything. You should be firm, consistent and patient when training this puppy, as it may be difficult to hold her attention.

Because we are human and are programmed to prefer things we find attractive, you should pick a puppy you like the looks of. If you really like how your dog looks, it will make your bond much stronger than if you dislike or are indifferent to how he looks. If you think your dog is gorgeous, you will be proud to show him off. You might even overlook some of his bad behaviors. If you think your dog is ugly, he will never become your “once in a lifetime” dog, no matter how intelligent, talented and well-behaved he is. This is not to say you should choose your favorite-colored puppy from a breeder and/or litter that is other than your first choice. Choose your breeder, then your pairing from that breeder and then choose your puppy. All Small Munsterlander puppies are born brown/white. The roan coloring develops over time, but it is possible to tell if a puppy will be brown/white or roan shortly after birth.

Naming Your Puppy

Your dogs “Call Name” can be anything you desire. The Call Name is what you call her, what you use for her vet records, etc. Often, the Registered Name and Call Name have nothing in common. When choosing a Call Name for your puppy, think of names with one or two syllables that are easy to yell and don’t sound too much like any command you will be using. For instance, if you use “Here” as your recall command, you would not want to call your puppy, “Hero.” Names to also avoid are words with NO like Nona or Winona, or Nonie, or Nova. This will send mixed messages to your pup. Be creative and unique!
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“Hello Jack, I hope you and your family dogs and business are all doing well this winter. I just wanted to let you know how Atli and Orkney are doing. You’ll be happy to hear how much they mean to us. They’re wonderful companions and keep life interesting. Both dogs are enjoying the inground fence that you installed. They love playing fetch and running around the yard together. We enjoy knowing they won’t go out of the yard boundary. They both have big personalities and loves being around people at dog parks he’ll go to all the people and is usually showered with affection. He’s a great walking and hiking buddy. They even came with us to the boundary waters this summer. They ride perfectly in the canoes and can be carried over rough portages. Thank you for blessing us with two very well – bred dogs. They’re easy to train and have lovely demeanor.”

Amy and Adam G with their two dogs Atli and Orkney.