No pup should be leaving their mother before 12 weeks of age and at times longer if the pup hasn't reach 2 pounds or more. At 8 1/2 weeks your puppy is just being weaned, has probably only had it's first innoculation. Between 8 and 12 weeks puppies are being socialized and taught so much by their moms. As far as a long ride, it's hard enough on an adult dog, let a lone an 8 1/2 week old puppy, anything can happen with the added stress of going to a new location.
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