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Originally Posted by whispersmom2 First, welcome. AND, the age to leave the mom and siblings is not based solely on the puppy's physical size and growth. Between 8 and 12 weeks. puppies learn their most valuable life lessons. They learn structure, their rank in the heirarchy, how to be disciplined in interacting with others-either animals or humans- when they cross the line of acceptable behavior. They are pack animals and by nature, the pack must have structure. A puppy learns that by staying with the family for the longer period of time.. |
I'm not a breeder but have had one litter and I agree with this wholeheartedly...I think there is a big difference in an 8 and 12 week puppy, JMO, from my own experience. Looking forward to seeing pictures of your little girl
