[capt_noonie]

Six weeks if fine for larger breed dogs, but for toy dogs it is imperative for them to stay with their moms for a minimum of 10 weeks. The fact that the breeder wants the dog picked up by 6 weeks is troubling to say the least. To me it sounds like they want the pups out of there as soon as possible so they don't have to care for them anymore. Most reputable breeders will not release a pup that early, there is so much the pup learns from its mother during the 6-12 week period. Bite inhibition is a big problem if not trained properly. Also, immunities from mothers milk is still working, and if shots administered to the pup too early will negate the immunities from mom and do more harm than good.

If the first pup your of your gf's sis went smoothly, I would say that was a very lucky thing. A lot of members here can give you their sad stories about bringing their pups home too early due to the breeders insistance.

I'm not trying to be negative, just trying to be helpful and educate. You have to wonder about the type of breeder would say this is ok to release yorkies at 6 weeks. Again, for large breeds, this is not a problem, but for toy breeds it is so important for them to not be taken too early. If they are releasing them this early, iw onder what other things they have skimped on. Does this breeder do any health testing? What is their guarrantee in case the pup gets sick? Please find out as much as you can before you bring this pup home to save yourself from potential heartache.