For a yorkie, I would say 10 to 12 weeks is the earliest, 16 weeks if they are exceptionally small. They really need the socialization of their mother and their siblings. Without that they can develop some odd behaviors. The mother dog teaches the puppies lots of things even after they are weaned. They also learn how to get along with other dogs by their interactio with their litter mates and their mother. The longer the breeder has the puppy the longer she has to be concerned about health and shots and feeding also. Yorkies are so susceptible to so many health issues as oung puppies that the later you can get them the better in my opinion. I did not get my last puppy until she was almost 15 weeks and I was so glad. She was also further along with her potty training. |