5 Week old pup, should be at the breeder's home and not leave there until the pups 2nd set of shots. Even if mom can't nurse the pups, she can take care of all the other things, socializing, teaching them how to play, etc. The breeder should be responsible for this litter until it is the proper time to take them home. If you bring it home too early there is a good possibility that the pup won't make it either. Just because a pup has tasted food, doesn't mean that it is eating well on it's own.
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