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Originally Posted by puppy_Love08  I talked to a breeder yesterday who told me I should not take our puppy (when we get him) outside to potty until he has all his vaccinations, which will be when he's 5 months old. Her concern is that the puppy will catch Parvo. Has anyone else been told this? I'm concerned about 1) not being able to housetrain the dog until he's 5 months, and 2) not being able to walk the dog, which is important. |
i have been told the same. and it is for the safety of the pup. parvo lives in the ground for 3 years, and can be carried into your yard by anything like birds, stray dogs, peoples feet, etc. there is also coxi to worry about. for the meantime you can train him to use puppy pads. there systems are really sensitive when they are young.