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08-22-2010, 03:41 PM | #1 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: MN
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| Pardon my ignorance So, when is it safe to take a puppy to socialization at the pet store or to puppy class? Or on a walk? I see Petco and the humaine society say it is for dogs 8 weeks and up. What is the deal with vax's...and why wouldn't they say after fully vaxed if it's an issue? I'm genuinely confused. (no dog yet, just researching before we pick him up next SUnday!) |
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08-22-2010, 03:45 PM | #2 |
Donating YT 4000 Club Member | It's best to wait until 2 weeks after the last set of vaccines for your own pups safety. You may be vigilant about making sure your pup is healthy- but unfortunately, not everyone else is.
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08-22-2010, 03:56 PM | #3 |
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| that makes sense, seeing as how that is how it works w/kids. Just struck me as odd that they don't say anything about it to educate owners at places that deal w/dogs and wouldn't want them sick. |
08-22-2010, 04:05 PM | #4 |
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| Good for you for doing your research! As already mentioned, the recommendation is to wait 2 weeks after the last round of shots. Many people don't adhere to this, but that doesn't mean it's not good advice. I always err on the side of caution when it comes to my skinkids & myfurbaby.
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08-22-2010, 04:07 PM | #5 |
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| so, can I take him to the petstore to shop if I carry him (to pick out toys) or should I just leave him home all together? |
08-22-2010, 04:16 PM | #6 |
Donating YT 4000 Club Member | It's best to leave him, but I know it's darn near impossible. Most of us have done it (myself included). If you do take him, don't let him down on any surface, not even the carts. And if possible, don't allow anyone to pet him without sanitizing their hands first. Someone here posted just recently that they walked in to the vet with their baby and the person behind them just pet their dog- only to find out that person had a dog with Kennel Cough. The puppy got infected and ended up spreading it to her entire kennel.
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08-22-2010, 04:18 PM | #7 |
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| I'd be cautious with that as well. One thing about taking them to the petstore is they always get attention...many people will want to pet her, etc. So you risk contamination that way as well. Personally, if you are going to carry your baby, not put her down at all (even on the grass outside where other dogs do their business), & you aren't afraid to tell anyone who approaches "no, you can't pet my dog...she isn't fully vaccinated yet" then a quick trip to the petstore probably would be fine. But in all honesty, I'd just wait. I'm overly protective, though.
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08-22-2010, 05:01 PM | #8 |
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| I always thought puppy classes, etc were okay because most classes will require everyone to have had atleast two sets of puppy shots (which is 12 weeks) so all dogs have had the same amount of shots, and nothing to spread, etc. But I know pet stores and dog parks, etc are a no-no. I began outdoor training with Jackson though at 9 weeks old in our own backyard.
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08-22-2010, 05:06 PM | #9 |
Donating YT 4000 Club Member | I wouldn't be as concerned about the other puppies in the class, so much as the other dogs walking through the store. At petsmart at least, part of the puppy class involves walking up and down the aisles, past anyone and everyone who happens to be there.
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08-22-2010, 05:20 PM | #10 |
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| I was wondering the same things. Eli is 14 weeks old, and he is late with his shots. He's getting his third round in a week, so two weeks after that, when he is cleared to go outside, he will be 17 weeks old. I'm just really worried that I will have missed socialization windows by then. I live in NYC, so it's (obviously) loud and busy outside. I started walking him around outside in his carrier, and he cries. He sticks his head out and is really curious, so he's not hiding, but he cries. Is he still young enough that he'll get over it? Because if he's crying in his carrier, I don't know what he'll do when it's time to walk on a leash outside. Sorry for the babbling |
08-22-2010, 05:23 PM | #11 |
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| The biggest problem I see with taking puppies to stores is many of the stores have adoption groups coming in. Like animal shelters and humane societies. Even though I know the groups try to be careful, I think there can still be a fairly high risk to your puppy. Heck, I adopted a kitten from a shelter and brought home a ringworm problem. All you'd need is someone handling one of the shelter animals then touching your baby. Just a thought for why you might want to be cautious.
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08-22-2010, 05:49 PM | #12 | |
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of course care and safety must be taken at all times not to let the puppies get in touch with anything contaminated, including shoes and hands. The best age to take a puppy home is after 12 weeks old at least and second set of shots , and socialization must continue just as well, making sure you think safety ... yes it is ok to take the puppy to places with you but in your lap and not allowing people with unsanitary hands to pet it... the same caution needs to be taken when taking your puppy to the vets as it looks clean in there but a sick dog may have just walked through it ... in your lap or in the crate is safe . 2 weeks after your puppy has taken the last set of shots and the rabies it is pretty safe to take the puppy to walk to any of those public places, puppy classes and dog parks , public walkways , etc... as it takes about 2 weeks for the full effect of the the vaccines. Usually puppies take 3 sets of puppy shots and rabies at least ... depending on your area your vet may recommend a few more shots to be done, like the lime disease for an example, but the that is the standard . Socialization is quality time and stimuli and can be done safely without taking puppies to possibly contaminated areas , as long as the breeder and owner understand the safety procedures. Enjoy your puppy XOXO
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