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Originally Posted by ladygodiva7 I thought about this too but, he was one of a litter of 2 but the other puppy didn't make it so he's around all adult dogs now and has no littermates. He can't be kept in the same area as the larger dogs because they could hurt him while playing. My thought were that at least if he's with me, he'll get even more attention.  I'm anxious to get him home, but I want to do what's best for him...I just don't quite know what that is. |
I think you'll be fine, he's a good size at 6weeks and I'm sure you'll be fine.
I actually found this article while looking for information on puppy development - it suggests that puppies should NOT stay with the mother past 7 weeks and that the beginning of the 8th week is the ideal time for them to leave.
http://www.ccc.govt.nz/animals/Criti...pment.asp#5to7
My new little girl, Baby Ruth, is coming home on monday and she is 1.5lbs right now at 12 weeks - his size probably has a lot to do with the breeder feeling confident in you taking him a little early. He's just had his growth spurt early (or he's got a great appetite!).