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gusremy · 08-26-2008, 06:28 AM

i just adopted a puppy last night. a "7 week old" hairless chinese crested female. Anyways, my question is, she does not have any teeth yet, and she is 7 weeks old? that doesnt make any sense. i felt her gums, and i can feel teeth but none has grown out of the gum, but starting too. is 7 weeks her right age? i will be taking her to the vet this evening to double check, but if she is less than 5 weeks or even 6 weeks old, I WILL report the breeder. she says they were born July 12th that makes them almost 7 weeks. please help me out here...

also, at this point what should i do? feed her? how do i play with her? she just seems to wana sleep, and cry every time i try to carry her and/ or hold her.

thank you...

Timmy · 08-26-2008, 06:30 AM

Congrats on your new baby! Sorry I have no answers for you but I'm sure many on here do.

bchgirl · 08-26-2008, 06:35 AM

I don't have personal experience with chinese crested, but most puppies begin having teeth at 5 weeks. I'm not certain the breeder told you her correct age.

chachi · 08-26-2008, 06:37 AM

My Chachi didnt have teeth at 6 1/2 weeks when I got him but he had some shortly after. I have also heard on here of yorkies having them at a younger age so I dont know I would ask the vet

TaylorsMomma · 08-26-2008, 06:38 AM

Sounds fishy to me as well.
ALL THE BEST with your new baby.
I know everything will work out for you BOTH.
Take care.

tiggerr36792 · 08-26-2008, 06:55 AM

Most develop teeth by 7 weeks of age. I'd start to be concerned if they don't come in soon. I'd ask your vet what their thoughts are on approx age you could have been told your pup is 7 weeks when she might only be 5 weeks. As far as her crying when you hold her or pick her up that doesn't sound good, I recommend getting her vet checked asap. It is not normal for a puppy to cry when held, she could have internal issues you cant see.

gusremy · 08-26-2008, 06:59 AM

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Originally Posted by tiggerr36792

Most develop teeth by 7 weeks of age. I'd start to be concerned if they don't come in soon. I'd ask your vet what their thoughts are on approx age you could have been told your pup is 7 weeks when she might only be 5 weeks. As far as her crying when you hold her or pick her up that doesn't sound good, I recommend getting her vet checked asap. It is not normal for a puppy to cry when held, she could have internal issues you cant see.

well she doesnt really cry, she is just always sleepy, and when you hold her or try to grab her thenshe will cry, because i think she wants to sleep. i hope nothing is wrong with her tho, even tho she is young i want to take care of her the best i could.

bchgirl · 08-26-2008, 07:08 AM

Small young puppies do sleep quite a bit. There should still be times...she's active though.

gusremy · 08-26-2008, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by bchgirl

Small young puppies do sleep quite a bit. There should still be times...she's active though.

well, she is a little scared right now, so i will get back to you on the active part, she is very affectionate though.

bchgirl · 08-26-2008, 07:29 AM

I understand...it's all very new to her. She doesn't understand what happened to momma and her litter mates. Be very patient and speak gently. Another suggestion when you want to pick her up...sit down first so you aren't looming over her. Not implying..you're a big mean orge...but body wise...an adult bending over at the waist is a very big something...in her eyes.

Yorkiedaze · 08-26-2008, 09:30 AM

I'm a bit surprised the breeder let her go before she's at least 12 weeks. Well maybe I'm not surprised at all since I keep reading about folks getting pups at 5, 6, 7 & 8 weeks old all the time. Personally I would not take one home till it's at LEAST 12 weeks. I want my babies to learn a lot from their mom and to be a little more adjusted. I'm sorry your baby is off to a worring start for you. I sure hope the Vet. doesn't find anything wrong with her.

gusremy · 08-26-2008, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkiedaze

I'm a bit surprised the breeder let her go before she's at least 12 weeks. Well maybe I'm not surprised at all since I keep reading about folks getting pups at 5, 6, 7 & 8 weeks old all the time. Personally I would not take one home till it's at LEAST 12 weeks. I want my babies to learn a lot from their mom and to be a little more adjusted. I'm sorry your baby is off to a worring start for you. I sure hope the Vet. doesn't find anything wrong with her.

yea i know. i would rather her go home with me anyways, at least she doesnt have to be with that horrible women. that lady had 2 litters she said, so i feel really bad for all those puppies. but i will report her if i find out the puppy is less than 6 weeks old. i just hope she can learn to be a puppy from my older dog....

im not sure what to do now, but to take one step at a time.

xxmxaxrxyxx · 08-26-2008, 09:37 AM

it could be that your baby was the runt...because kioko was the runt and at 10 weeks barely got any teeth...and i too was worried...i didn't know he was the runt until after i bought him home....

gusremy · 08-26-2008, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by xxmxaxrxyxx

it could be that your baby was the runt...because kioko was the runt and at 10 weeks barely got any teeth...and i too was worried...i didn't know he was the runt until after i bought him home....

you know what, she is the runt of the litter... i told her to bring me the runt, and the second to the smallest pup, and i guess i chose the runt. what should i expect?????

xxmxaxrxyxx · 08-26-2008, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by gusremy

you know what, she is the runt of the litter... i told her to bring me the runt, and the second to the smallest pup, and i guess i chose the runt. what should i expect?????

well Kioko's teeth didn't come in for a long time...i mean you feel it and maybe one or two came in but i think they barely came in at 5 months...what i did with his food was grind it in the blender so that he can dry kibbles...and am shocked that breeder let your babie leave so early...i mean i picked Kioko up at 10 weeks due to having to go to surgery or else i would have came at 12 weeks..just watch your baby very carefully...maybe sure your baby is getting enough food and the sugar level don't drop cuz that could some unneccesary events...go out and get a tube of nutri-cal and give it to him/her 3 times a day i think...i can't remember...to keep the sugar level up...

08-26-2008, 06:28 AM	#1
gusremy Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: San Francisoc Ca Posts: 86	i know this is "YORKIE" talk, but.... i just adopted a puppy last night. a "7 week old" hairless chinese crested female. Anyways, my question is, she does not have any teeth yet, and she is 7 weeks old? that doesnt make any sense. i felt her gums, and i can feel teeth but none has grown out of the gum, but starting too. is 7 weeks her right age? i will be taking her to the vet this evening to double check, but if she is less than 5 weeks or even 6 weeks old, I WILL report the breeder. she says they were born July 12th that makes them almost 7 weeks. please help me out here... also, at this point what should i do? feed her? how do i play with her? she just seems to wana sleep, and cry every time i try to carry her and/ or hold her. thank you... __________________ I LOVE MY FIANCE, AND MY TWO FUR-BABIES!!! Last edited by gusremy; 08-26-2008 at 06:30 AM.

08-26-2008, 06:35 AM	#3
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	I don't have personal experience with chinese crested, but most puppies begin having teeth at 5 weeks. I'm not certain the breeder told you her correct age. __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

08-26-2008, 06:37 AM	#4
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	My Chachi didnt have teeth at 6 1/2 weeks when I got him but he had some shortly after. I have also heard on here of yorkies having them at a younger age so I dont know I would ask the vet __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

08-26-2008, 07:08 AM	#8
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	Small young puppies do sleep quite a bit. There should still be times...she's active though. __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

08-26-2008, 07:29 AM	#10
bchgirl Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 15,444 Blog Entries: 2	I understand...it's all very new to her. She doesn't understand what happened to momma and her litter mates. Be very patient and speak gently. Another suggestion when you want to pick her up...sit down first so you aren't looming over her. Not implying..you're a big mean orge...but body wise...an adult bending over at the waist is a very big something...in her eyes. __________________ Deb, Reese, Reggie, Frazier, Libby, Sidney, & Bodie Trace & Ramsey who watch over us www.biewersbythebay.com

08-26-2008, 06:30 AM	#2
Timmy Mimi & Gabby too! Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Vineland, NJ Posts: 3,208	Congrats on your new baby! Sorry I have no answers for you but I'm sure many on here do.

08-26-2008, 06:38 AM	#5
TaylorsMomma Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 211	Sounds fishy to me as well. ALL THE BEST with your new baby. I know everything will work out for you BOTH. Take care.

08-26-2008, 06:55 AM	#6
tiggerr36792 BANNED! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: California Posts: 6,685 Blog Entries: 1	Most develop teeth by 7 weeks of age. I'd start to be concerned if they don't come in soon. I'd ask your vet what their thoughts are on approx age you could have been told your pup is 7 weeks when she might only be 5 weeks. As far as her crying when you hold her or pick her up that doesn't sound good, I recommend getting her vet checked asap. It is not normal for a puppy to cry when held, she could have internal issues you cant see.

08-26-2008, 09:30 AM	#11
Yorkiedaze My hairy-legged girls Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: lompoc, ca. Posts: 12,228	I'm a bit surprised the breeder let her go before she's at least 12 weeks. Well maybe I'm not surprised at all since I keep reading about folks getting pups at 5, 6, 7 & 8 weeks old all the time. Personally I would not take one home till it's at LEAST 12 weeks. I want my babies to learn a lot from their mom and to be a little more adjusted. I'm sorry your baby is off to a worring start for you. I sure hope the Vet. doesn't find anything wrong with her. __________________ AZRAEL RAZAEL JILLI ANN

08-26-2008, 09:37 AM	#13
xxmxaxrxyxx Missing Yoshi Everyday! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 15,110 Blog Entries: 3	it could be that your baby was the runt...because kioko was the runt and at 10 weeks barely got any teeth...and i too was worried...i didn't know he was the runt until after i bought him home.... __________________ Yoshi Mei Ling Ting Ting Ting Ki Sun Hye Yukio Kioshi