Actually it is best for the mom and the puppy to stay together for as long as possible. There are a lot of things going on in the care of those dogs that humans don't take into consideration. It is very possible for a younger puppy to survive and do well even though it was taken away from the mom too soon but it is not the best choice for it's well being or yours.
I don't think anyone is judging you. It is the breeder who is at fault here. It has been done by back yard breeders for years. At 6 weeks when a puppy is starting to be weaned the mom stops cleaning up after the pups and the breeder has a handful cleaning up after all those little butts. The breeder wants them gone quickly as a litter of busy messy puppies is a constant care situation. However, the mom is still teaching those little babies lots of socialization lessons. Things that help the puppy to be better able to adapt when it does go to it's new home. Also the puppy does not even start to develop the ability to hold it's bladder until it is about 16 weeks. Up until then it is all about your timing. A baby taken from it's mom at a young age is just that. A baby. People love the little cute darling but it needs the cuddling and care of the mom and litter mates. The new owner has to be ready to be both mom and litter mate to the baby. That is why the first several weeks you have a young puppy it cries a lot and has no idea of potty issues.It just wants the comfort of it's litter. There is so much more but I hope you do read up on caring for a young small breed puppy as I said you will have your hands full even though it is a little puppy. A puppy that is at least 12 weeks of age is more prepared to leave it's litter mates and mom in many ways. The adjustment is quicker and easier for everyone involved. Please don't feel anyone is against you. As I said this is a breeder issue. No one would expect you to know what successful breeders have learned through their years of experience.
I hope things go well for both of you. |