Our History

Founded in 2020, Heartland Corgis is dedicated to raising high-quality, health-tested, and fully registered Pembroke and American Corgis.

At Heartland Corgis, we place the highest priority on health, temperament, and responsible breeding practices. Every puppy receives individual attention, early socialization, and a nurturing start to ensure they grow into confident, well-adjusted companions ready to thrive in their new homes.

We are excited to share that our program now includes a Chocolate Heeler female. Once she reaches maturity and completes comprehensive genetic testing, she will be paired to produce future Cowboy Corgi litters. Cowboy Corgis are a purposeful cross between Corgis and Blue Heelers, known for their intelligence, agility, and loyal personalities.

From the Heart of Oklahoma to the Heart of Your Home.

Behind the Scenes of Responsible Breeding

It’s more than just adorable puppies and proud photos.
Being a breeder is a profound commitment—one filled with invisible sacrifices, unseen struggles, and immeasurable love.

🕰️ Time? There’s No Such Thing as “Free Time.”

Weekends, vacations, spontaneous outings—these often become luxuries.

You can’t go to the movies when there are newborns in the whelping box.
You don’t sleep peacefully when a pregnant dam is restless.
You don’t leave the incubator when one tiny life is hanging by a thread.
Breeding has no pause button. Every moment matters.

💸 Money? It's a Continuous Investment.

High-quality, genetically sound dogs come at a premium.
Health testing, vet care, emergency procedures, nutrition, supplements, supplies, travel, and show expenses quickly add up.
Profit? Sometimes there isn’t any. There are litters that cost more than they return. And sometimes, you’re left with debt and a heavy heart.

💔 Emotion? You Learn Resilience Through Heartbreak.

When a puppy slips away in your hands despite all efforts.
When a pregnancy fails, and there's nothing more you can do.
When you say "no" to a home that doesn't feel right, even when it’s hard.
When you give your all—only to face judgment, misunderstanding, or criticism.

👩‍⚕️ A Breeder Wears Many Hats:

Nurse: tending to wounds, checking vitals, administering meds
Mother: bottle-feeding, nurturing, comforting
Geneticist: making informed breeding decisions for the future of the breed
Logistician: managing schedules, deliveries, vet visits
Photographer: capturing each pup’s growth
Cleaner: because there’s no such thing as “done”
Psychologist & Advisor: guiding families through decisions, often for years

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Friendships? Sometimes They Don’t Understand.

“I can’t come—she’s going into labor.”
“I won’t leave—they’re sick and need constant monitoring.”
“No, I can’t hand it off. This is my responsibility.”

Not everyone gets it. Not everyone stays. And that’s okay.

❤️ But Through It All… There’s Love.

Love for the animals who trust you.
Love for the breed you’re helping improve.
Love that gets you up ten times a night.
Love that won’t allow you to cut corners.
Love that outweighs the exhaustion, heartbreak, and hard days.

🐾 A Breeder Is Not Just a “Puppy Person.”

A true breeder sacrifices comfort for the care of their dogs.
They don't measure value in dollars but in healthy, happy lives.
They live in the space between joy and sorrow—and wouldn’t trade it for anything.