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Originally Posted by becky k

i brought my baby home at 6 weeks old too due to unforeseen reasons. i was scolded until it was excepted i had no choice also. i was hurt at first but was able to get the help and advice i needed. i have found that the pups not the momma is the main concern here lol as it should be. anyhow welcome.id love to be your friend .im kinda new also .i think maybe your pup might have been scared he never saw this dog before and it went for his face i mean what would you do??? he..he..he.. then again thats why i joined i dont know much.lol.

You are so right! We are all here to learn and get advice for our furkids. It is important to get the information out- I think everyone said the general rule of the puppy staying with mom until 12 weeks but there are always exception to every rule.

Alliepoo- Congrats on your new puppy and best wishes for training. It is important to socialize your puppy but at this point in time he only needs you. I would suggest until he is a few weeks older to try and introduce new dogs- the shots and vet check should be done- you wouldnt want him to pass anything on to others or vice versa. I do not think that you should be afraid of this behavior right now. He is very young and was out of his element- the only one he wants is momma. When he gets older try to bring him around older, gentler, socialized, possibly smaller, and see how that goes (one that isnt going to be bothered by a young guy like yours).

Welcome to YT!