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Originally Posted by canana  Yes, just make sure that your puppy is fully vaccinated prior to taking it outdoors, as other members advised. Safety and health of the puppy should always be the first priority. 
In my case, I had my first dog meet my new puppy indoors at the dog show where I met my breeder. Note that I brought home both my dogs when they were 5 months old (20 weeks), so they were both fully vaccinated. Hopefully you won't be bringing your new puppy home until it is at least 12 to 15 weeks old as this is a crucial time for the puppy to learn things from it's birth mother (for example, there's often less biting issues when the puppy stays with its mother until 12 - 15 weeks old). |
I will always keep the dogs priorities first. A guest came to the house today and Sasha was barking excessively but was very happy from what she looked like. She was happy when he petted her.
As for the time being spent with it's mother, I hope the breeder I know would allow that-- I think he will from the sound of it he's an excellent breeder so I would assume he wouldn't mind. Would probably help cut down confrontation from the puppys' part.
I want to look for a healthy dog so that is why I am taking my time and letting my chickens hatch first.
At the time being I'll be able to save up more for other things like pet insurance a comfy pet bed that wouldn't be destroyed by the new pup and easily washed/cleaned, essential stuff for it like tooth brush, doggy toothpaste, dog crate, etc. Pet insurance, etc. I need to save for the extra vet bills. I know the first year they have more care. I forget how much stuff is so I basically wanted to save up quite a lot before I even got it. It wouldn't take too long.
Just always like keeping stuff in reserve.