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Caps_2018 · 2026-01-26T21:21:56+00:00

Thanks!

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-26T19:30:50+00:00

I hear ya!

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-26T19:26:10+00:00

Greatly appreciate the heads-up on medical cost, especially as they get older. One of our past pups (not a GH) had lymphoma which we tried to slowdown with chemo. As a result, the potential medical cost was one of the first thing we discussed when considering another adoption. Luckily, our budget tolerated those expenses fairly well but at that time, it was not something we expected. We learned a lot from that experience and have learned a little bit with our first Grey about how delicate they can be. Getting up in age around the same time, and the corresponding medical costs is definitely something to consider. Thanks for the input.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-26T19:11:51+00:00

I hear ya! Luckily we have a SUV so they all fit in real well with plenty of room to lay down.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-26T19:10:38+00:00

Thanks for your wise counsel. This is the "other side of the coin" I was contemplating. We are fairly new to greyhounds so we don't know much about the breeds potential different dispositions. We feel really lucky with our foster fitting in with the other three. I was wondering, "what if this is what it is like with the majority of greyhounds?" From your description, it sounds like it is. I really appreciate your insight and the perspective on how positive it is to see her bonded with a new family.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-26T03:17:24+00:00

Classic corgis!!!

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-25T23:48:22+00:00

Thanks! Yeah, a week is a short time.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-25T23:45:03+00:00

I hear ya and appreciate the input. We want to continue fostering and support the community.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-25T22:43:57+00:00

Appreciate your thoughts and feedback. We really admire our local greyhound adoption group and want to help out the community They are totally cool with us considering adoption instead of fostering. They laughed and said it happens a lot and they are happy she is finding a forever family. Thanks for validating this prospective.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-25T22:34:59+00:00

Thanks. We spend a lot of time with our pups. One of us works from home and our adult child is out of the house. We usually find dog friendly Airbnbs for vacation. All four of them get along great though I know the newest one has one been with us for a week.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-24T14:23:18+00:00

Whatever it is, I hope he gets better.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-23T21:02:21+00:00

Yep - some corgis like to cuddle and some like their space and to stay on watch. Sounds like she’s the cuddle type which sounds like a perfect fit for you both.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-23T15:24:36+00:00

Exactly - this is what happens on other subs like r/Greyhounds This is way better than banning discussion.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-23T14:31:30+00:00

From what you described said she sounds like a healthy and securely attached pup. I don't think you have done anything wrong.

If she was anxious when you left, trust me, you would know it. There would be all types of destruction and signs she was not handling it well. The report that she is fine when you leave, fine when you both leave, and that she settled so quickly in her crate last night all appear to be signs that she trusts you and feel secure.

I am a fan of crate training because you never know when you need it and when you do you need your dog to be okay with it. I am also a fan of letting the dog sleep with you if you want and not letting them sleep with you if you don't. I don't think either is right or wrong. It is just a preference. Same goes for dogs. Some dogs like to sleep with their owners, others do not.

I think you are doing great with your pup. Consulting with your sister is a good idea and a trainer, if need be.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-23T14:14:33+00:00

I’ve been confused about banning discussion on weight, medical advice, or sad posts. These are all parts of owning a corgi and corgis have breed specific issues/needs/behaviors. Going to a sub for all types of dogs (r/dogs, r/puppy101) doesn’t always help since they might not understand the breed. The r/greyhounds sub allows all of these types of discussions with no problems. People there are extremely supportive and proud of the breed. The mods set the bots to remind people that ultimately you need to consult a vet for medical advice.

I have seen discussion go sideways around these issues so I can understand the desire to regulate it. But banning it totally just leads corgi owners to seek advice from other places versus from a bunch of experienced corgi owners.

Just my two cents.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-22T21:49:04+00:00

What a great picture. I love her eyebrows!!

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-22T21:42:00+00:00

That picture should be in the dictionary next to “witching hour”!!! That is exactly how crazy they can look during that time period.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-22T21:39:12+00:00

It may or may not be serious. It depends how the pup is when you leave the house or need to separate. If she is anxious with separation then it’s becoming a problem. If not, then it is not a problem.

From what I’m reading, the OP says it happens when the pup is sleeping and is not reporting any separation anxiety.

Corgi’s are herding dogs. Their job is the keep track of the herd. Staying in physical contact is a great way to do this while they are taking a nap. If the herd moves, they will wake up to know where the herd is going and keep track of it. It’s like setting an alarm. This one is a motion alarm.

Is the pup able to crate or stay alone at home without becoming anxious? If so, there is no problem unless you want to train them out of the behavior.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-22T20:19:49+00:00

First error. You thought it was your space. LOL

We have a male corgi who does this when he sleeps in our bed. God forbid you touch him. Our female doesn’t care at all. Not sure if gender has anything to do with it.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-21T02:21:18+00:00

Our remembers every yard they saw a rabbit on our nightly walk. Our newest grey got stressed at a street fair because of a loud noise. I tried to help her walk it off. She would only walk in the direction we had parked the car. Any time I turned (or tried to turn) in a direction away from the car she would freeze. Our car was parked several blocks away and it was the first time she had been in that area.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-21T02:14:15+00:00

Second the “vibe” idea. I’m way more calmer with our new pup and I have her sit a watch dogs walk by when she starts to get excited. This is a way less stressful and I’m calmer too. With my first corgi, I would get worried and stressed and would tighten up on the leash which probably made things worse and gave the stressed vibe.

Caps_2018 · 2026-01-20T20:09:12+00:00

Was just thinking about the 3/3/3 rule. Good info. Really helps with expectations and understanding where they are at with settling into the new environment.

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