[Oscar's Mom]

You will love it here! A momma dog is usually ready to leave those babies around 6 weeks...some dogs, a lot sooner. As far as that puppy you are talking about, I would have to pass until it was vet checked. A bloated belly and lethargy are not good signs. My Oscar was the most shy pup in his litter but let me tell you...he was putting on a show being so shy! There is not a shy bone in his body now. He absolutely loves everybody and NEVER meets a stranger. At that age, they can appear laid back and shy when they really aren't! At least that is what I have found to be true with all the puppies I have had thru my life. Oscar was the pick of his litter and that was according to the breeder due to his coloration, size and general conformation (as well as you can tell at 8 weeks!). Also, in Oscar's case, the word "Yorkie" and "calmer" do not belong in the same sentence! But that is o.k....I would not have him any other way...we just have to make sure he has lots of play time. I guess what I am trying to say is even if you get a calm pup the day you pick him/her up, don't be surprised to find a different dog a couple of days later living in your house...you just might swear someone pulled the old switcheroo on you!!! The puppy will change your life for sure...and for the BETTER!!!