As long as mom has plenty of milk I would wait until pups are walking. I usually start weaning mine around 3 1/2 to 4 weeks. With larger litters the pups tend to start walking sooner and are ready to wean sooner. It is so very important to make sure momma is getting lots of food because with a litter of that size it is a huge strain on the momma. Make sure the momma always eats about 4 times a day. It is especially important that the momma eats a big meal first thing in the morning and right before bedtime. I give my mommas 1/2 calcium tablet in the morning and 1/2 at night. It is important to keep the puppy's nails cut on the puppies. I just use small fingernail clippers to keep the sharp points off. Good luck with your babies. |