I'm Michele W., the breeder behind Welswood Cardigans located in Oviedo, FL. I do not consider myself a normal breeder as I do not breed often, only when I want another show dog. My puppies are born and raised in my home. The goal I set and which I believe is still the most important, is to produce healthy puppies that make a well-rounded character in an adult dog.
Q. & A. with Michele
Why did you start breeding?
Breeding was not even on the radar when I got my first Corgi. When I got my second one and became interested in showing, raised champions and met my very dear friend and mentor is when I started researching and learning what breeding was all about.
What makes your program special?
Just the fact that all my dogs are raised in my home and the same with any litters that I plan. My litters are planned out very carefully and with much guidance from my mentor and friend. I sleep with the litter until they are able to get around on their own. I am extremely selective on when and to whom I am breeding. When you purchase one of my puppies you become part of my extended family!
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Michele
Michele has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $1,800 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Price includes vet health clearance, AKC registration and registered microchip. All of my puppies are the same price regardless of sex and color. I will consider refunding any deposit depending on the circumstances.”
Contract & health guarantee
Michele may provide a written contract or
health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps
protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you
both have a clear understanding of the terms of your
puppy purchase. If Michele offers a contract
or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them.
If you have any questions or want to know more,
don’t hesitate to reach out to Michele directly.
Welswood Cardigans meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
Responsible breeding practices
Health of breeding dogs and puppies
Puppy environment and enrichment
Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Stella, mom
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
About Stella
Stella is a female Cardigan Welsh Corgi. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Michele decided to make her part of their program. Michele has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Welswood Cardigans reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Cardigan Welsh Corgis.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).