I got both of mine younger than 12 weeks and I didnt get a warm reception either. I try to keep in mind these are inexperienced dog owners just learning as they go along. I dont know if I agree with the 12 week rule as far as socialization but I whole heartedly agree with it as far as a new owner maybe not having to deal with a pup with hypoglycemia problems or not eating or maybe having a young pup with diahrea and vomiting and not knowing how to deal with it properly so it dies. With the one from today I shed teears it was just so tragically unfair to the new owner. It doesnt hurt the breeder at all to keep them a little longer and not unload heartache on new owners. I know I must come accross brash at times I try not to but Im a passionate person. I try to put myself in the shoes of the new people and new dog owners though and see it from there eyes |