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rainey 02-03-2012 01:12 PM
Newbie! Need info
 
I'm doing as much research as possible to make sure I know how to take very good care of my new puppy. We haven't taken her home yet. She's almost 7 weeks old. We are supposed to be taking her home when she turns 8 weeks (which I think is still a little too young), but I found out that the breeder wants us to take her home either today or in the next few days. I was hoping that she was going to keep the puppy until she was at least 10 weeks old, but I guess she's not. I don't really know what to do. I know how fragile yorkies can be and I'm worried something bad will happen if we take her home at 7 weeks old. My sister-in-law is a vet, so if anything we can call her. Is she going to be ok if we do end up taking her home within the next few days??

P.S. We already paid a partial amount for the puppy. We were allowed to see the inside of the breeders house and where she kept the puppies. We got to meet the mom and dad of the puppies and they are well taken care of.

gryhndnut 02-03-2012 01:23 PM
If the deposit is not refundable and you did not pay too much already, chalk it up as a learning experience and go to a reputable breeder, who surely won't want you to take it home at 7 weeks.

kamax60 02-03-2012 02:08 PM
:goodpost:

Knowing what I know now, I wouldn't bring one home before 12 weeks. Mr. Beasley was 12 weeks old when I purchased him, but I have since found out that I bought from a broker who most likely sold for a puppy mill. No telling when he left his mom. :mad:

That said, is the puppy over 2lbs yet?

rainey 02-03-2012 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by gryhndnut (Post 3814222)
If the deposit is not refundable and you did not pay too much already, chalk it up as a learning experience and go to a reputable breeder, who surely won't want you to take it home at 7 weeks.
Well my boyfriend was trying to be sweet by trying to surprise me with the puppy. I didn't know he committed to buying the puppy until after he did it. And from what I heard, this litter was an accident. The breeder doesn't normally breed her dogs. I think she's only had one litter before this one. I live on a very small island in Hawaii and everyone knows everyone here. So I know she's not a bad person. She's actually the hairstylist of one of my good friends. And like I said, she takes good care of the pets she already has. She's planning on getting the mother spayed to prevent anymore litters.

rainey 02-03-2012 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted by kamax60 (Post 3814298)
:goodpost:

Knowing what I know now, I wouldn't bring one home before 12 weeks. Mr. Beasley was 12 weeks old when I purchased him, but I have since found out that I bought from a broker who most likely sold for a puppy mill. No telling when he left his mom. :mad:

That said, is the puppy over 2lbs yet?
I'm not sure if she's over 2lbs yet. From the picture she sent to my boyfriend, she looks to be a nice healthy size.

Lovetodream88 02-03-2012 02:22 PM
Yorkie puppies should not leave there mothers until they are 12 weeks old. All reputable breeders know this and its is also what the YTCA says. If she isn't keeping the puppies until 12 weeks I would also be worried about other things she hasn't done. Were the parents health tested? Is LP in there lines? Are they AKC registered? I think if at all possible I would not get my puppy from this breeder.

rainey 02-03-2012 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88 (Post 3814318)
Yorkie puppies should not leave there mothers until they are 12 weeks old. All reputable breeders know this and its is also what the YTCA says. If she isn't keeping the puppies until 12 weeks I would also be worried about other things she hasn't done. Were the parents health tested? Is LP in there lines? Are they AKC registered? I think if at all possible I would not get my puppy from this breeder.
Well like I said, she doesn't normally breed. This litter was an accident. She's had one litter before this and from what I know, the puppies are all ok. The parents of the puppies are registered. But the puppies aren't. I don't mind that the puppy isn't registered. And it's not possible for us not to get the puppy because we already paid for it.

The ONLY thing I want to know is if it is possible for things to be ok if we do have to bring the puppy home at 7 weeks?

dawn27 02-03-2012 02:47 PM
Every state has their own regulations and laws on puppies and how old they need to be before they can be released to the new owners (forever homes/families.) Check your area and that relay that information to the breeder. She may be breaking the law is she insist on you taking her sooner.

Here in Ohio it is at 8 weeks. Each individual breeder may choose to keep them longer for the health and well being of the pup.

rainey 02-03-2012 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by dawn27 (Post 3814340)
Every state has their own regulations and laws on puppies and how old they need to be before they can be released to the new owners (forever homes/families.) Check your area and that relay that information to the breeder. She may be breaking the law is she insist on you taking her sooner.

Here in Ohio it is at 8 weeks. Each individual breeder may choose to keep them longer for the health and well being of the pup.
Thank you. I'm going to see if she can keep the puppy until she's at least 8 weeks old.

Quiverful 02-03-2012 03:07 PM
Things can go fine with bringing home an 8 week pup. I'm sure you'll be getting her vet checked right away. It's also great that you have a family member who's a vet. She will be a great resource for you.

Good luck and I'm looking forward to seeing pics of your new baby:)

dawn27 02-03-2012 03:10 PM
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Originally Posted by rainey (Post 3814344)
Thank you. I'm going to see if she can keep the puppy until she's at least 8 weeks old.
I have search for the information but am unable to find it. Maybe you will have better luck. Or you could call your local humane society, they could tell you for sure.

R_Z 02-03-2012 03:12 PM
Congrats. I think you're going to be very happy with your new puppy. Definitely see if they'll let the puppy stay with the mom another week. After that you should be fine. There is much info to learn here and on other sites around the internet. Arm yourself with good information and you will be ready to raise your child.

axelsangel 02-03-2012 03:18 PM
I ended up bringing my puppy home at 6 and half weeks old (yes I know way way toooo young). He was so tiny but he hasn't had any problems and he is now 6 months old and very healthy.

Lovetodream88 02-03-2012 04:07 PM
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Originally Posted by rainey (Post 3814328)
Well like I said, she doesn't normally breed. This litter was an accident. She's had one litter before this and from what I know, the puppies are all ok. The parents of the puppies are registered. But the puppies aren't. I don't mind that the puppy isn't registered. And it's not possible for us not to get the puppy because we already paid for it.

The ONLY thing I want to know is if it is possible for things to be ok if we do have to bring the puppy home at 7 weeks?
Who knows really. Hypoglycemia is a problem and some one will need to be with the puppy all the time until the puppy is at least 12 weeks old. The puppy may be harder to potty train and may need to be taught some things that its mother would normally teach them. Health problems could show up now or they could wait until much later you never know. Is there anyway she would keep the puppy until 12 weeks or at least 10 weeks?

Lovetodream88 02-03-2012 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by R_Z (Post 3814372)
Congrats. I think you're going to be very happy with your new puppy. Definitely see if they'll let the puppy stay with the mom another week. After that you should be fine. There is much info to learn here and on other sites around the internet. Arm yourself with good information and you will be ready to raise your child.
Should be fine? Really? Do you know all the things a mother teaches the pups from 8 to 12 weeks? Do you know about hypoglycemia? All it takes is for no one to be around and the pup to get hypoglycemia and with no care will result in death.

BabyFidgette 02-03-2012 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by rainey (Post 3814328)
Well like I said, she doesn't normally breed. This litter was an accident. She's had one litter before this and from what I know, the puppies are all ok. The parents of the puppies are registered. But the puppies aren't. I don't mind that the puppy isn't registered. And it's not possible for us not to get the puppy because we already paid for it.

The ONLY thing I want to know is if it is possible for things to be ok if we do have to bring the puppy home at 7 weeks?
Yes, you can take care of the puppy at that age, of course not recommended. You have to pay extra special attention to how she is eating and drinking. Giving her supplemental sugar like nutrical bc they are susceptible to low blood sugar. Do you know why she wants the puppies gone?

carmen in nj 02-03-2012 04:29 PM
I would say under any circumstance I would bring a baby home that is less than 12 weeks, are you home all day and all night? this puppy needs around the clock care
toy dogs are NOT ready to leave their mama at 7 weeks my puppies are not even fully wean from mama yet.. so sad that money is more important to this breeder than the health of the babies...

rubymoon2072 02-03-2012 04:44 PM
just research this at the wk age and find all the stuff YT tells you too do to take proper care of the fur baby at that wk range. they dont support that age of adoption but if the breeder is leaving this as a last option there are sooooo many with wonderful advice to offer here.

rainey 02-03-2012 05:03 PM
Thanks for all the suggestions. I just talked to our vet and she said that it'll be ok to take her home, as long as she is weaned (which she is). We have an appointment tomorrow to see the vet to get her all checked out. I'll post pics when we bring her home. :)

Lovetodream88 02-03-2012 05:09 PM
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Originally Posted by rainey (Post 3814550)
Thanks for all the suggestions. I just talked to our vet and she said that it'll be ok to take her home, as long as she is weaned (which she is). We have an appointment tomorrow to see the vet to get her all checked out. I'll post pics when we bring her home. :)
Most vets will agree that 8 weeks is ok but that is a general answer and its an ok age for bigger dogs but any one who does research into the small dog breeds will find out 8 weeks is just not good. They are still learning important things from there mothers. You still have not answered if you will be able to have someone with this pup all of the time because if you can't it could very much risk your pups life.

rainey 02-03-2012 05:28 PM
Yes. I will be home with the puppy all day everyday. I would never bring a puppy home to just leave it there by itself. I trust our vet's judgement. She is my sister-in-law and she would never advise us that it would be ok if it really wasn't. I understand that it would be better for the puppy's behavioral development, for it to stay with the mother til at least 10 weeks. I'd rather have been able to wait til then to take her home, but not much I can do about that now. So I'm gonna do whatever I can to make sure she is properly taken care of. Yes I know about hypoglycemia and I know how dangerous it is, I've done enough research to prepare myself. And if I'm ever concerned about anything, I can just give my sister-in-law a call.

dawn27 02-03-2012 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by rainey (Post 3814576)
Yes. I will be home with the puppy all day everyday. I would never bring a puppy home to just leave it there by itself. I trust our vet's judgement. She is my sister-in-law and she would never advise us that it would be ok if it really wasn't. I understand that it would be better for the puppy's behavioral development, for it to stay with the mother til at least 10 weeks. I'd rather have been able to wait til then to take her home, but not much I can do about that now. So I'm gonna do whatever I can to make sure she is properly taken care of. Yes I know about hypoglycemia and I know how dangerous it is, I've done enough research to prepare myself. And if I'm ever concerned about anything, I can just give my sister-in-law a call.
Congrats on your new addition to the family!

You are so lucky to have a close family member as your suport who is a vet.

BabyFidgette 02-03-2012 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by rainey (Post 3814576)
Yes. I will be home with the puppy all day everyday. I would never bring a puppy home to just leave it there by itself. I trust our vet's judgement. She is my sister-in-law and she would never advise us that it would be ok if it really wasn't. I understand that it would be better for the puppy's behavioral development, for it to stay with the mother til at least 10 weeks. I'd rather have been able to wait til then to take her home, but not much I can do about that now. So I'm gonna do whatever I can to make sure she is properly taken care of. Yes I know about hypoglycemia and I know how dangerous it is, I've done enough research to prepare myself. And if I'm ever concerned about anything, I can just give my sister-in-law a call.
That's great you have a vet on hand, but what is the reason the breeder gave you for wanting this puppy "gone?"

When I was helping my exes mom find a reputable shih tzu breeder, we found a show breeder in PA. Went to her house, she was on the Akc website, etc. I told his mom: if the breeder suggests for any reason we can take Lacey earlier than 12 weeks we say no, we want her at 12 weeks. Well, when we told the breeder she was hysterical laughing. She said 12 weeks is the MINIMUM. It may be longer if she deems necessary for the pup. :thumbup:

Again, I know you are not getting your baby from a breeder, per say, and I'm very glad you came here for advice. :thumbup: I'm just so curious why she is pushing to get the pup gone. It makes me nervous that the pup is showing signs of being sick or something and doesn't want you to change tour mind. So I wish you luck. Please come back to post pics and ask questions if you need help! :p

KazzyK810 02-03-2012 05:38 PM
I got my puppy young too! I actually prefer to get a puppy as soon as it is weaned to kibble and then train it myself.

Sounds like you've got a good plan in place with the vet check right away, and being home to feed around the clock at regularly scheduled intervals.

Congratulations on your new puppy! Do you have a name picked out yet?

rainey 02-03-2012 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by BabyFidgette (Post 3814598)
That's great you have a vet on hand, but what is the reason the breeder gave you for wanting this puppy "gone?"

When I was helping my exes mom find a reputable shih tzu breeder, we found a show breeder in PA. Went to her house, she was on the Akc website, etc. I told his mom: if the breeder suggests for any reason we can take Lacey earlier than 12 weeks we say no, we want her at 12 weeks. Well, when we told the breeder she was hysterical laughing. She said 12 weeks is the MINIMUM. It may be longer if she deems necessary for the pup. :thumbup:

Again, I know you are not getting your baby from a breeder, per say, and I'm very glad you came here for advice. :thumbup: I'm just so curious why she is pushing to get the pup gone. It makes me nervous that the pup is showing signs of being sick or something and doesn't want you to change tour mind. So I wish you luck. Please come back to post pics and ask questions if you need help! :p
She wasn't really pushing the puppies to be gone, but I don't think she knows exactly what she's doing when it comes to breeding. We live on a VERY tiny island in Hawaii, so everyone knows everyone. So I don't think she would sell me a sickly dog, especially since my good friend knows her. But we have a vet appointment tomorrow to get her all checked out.

I was wondering what you think is the best food for yorkies? I've been doing research and the lady at the pet supply store said EVO is a good brand, but I read that it might be too much protein for them.

rainey 02-03-2012 08:37 PM
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Originally Posted by KazzyK810 (Post 3814599)
I got my puppy young too! I actually prefer to get a puppy as soon as it is weaned to kibble and then train it myself.

Sounds like you've got a good plan in place with the vet check right away, and being home to feed around the clock at regularly scheduled intervals.

Congratulations on your new puppy! Do you have a name picked out yet?
Thank you :)

No I don't have a name picked out yet. I have a few in mind though.

rainey 02-03-2012 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by dawn27 (Post 3814588)
Congrats on your new addition to the family!

You are so lucky to have a close family member as your suport who is a vet.
Thank you :)

And yes it's a great thing to have a sister-in-law that is a vet. We have an appointment with her tomorrow to get our new little puppy all checked out.

Donnainohio63 02-03-2012 08:54 PM
I can not stress enough how much this baby needs to be with the Mother at least for 12 weeks. The Mother teaches them so much and if you bring this baby home before 12 weeks the baby will not have that advantage. I hope all works out for you

carmen in nj 02-03-2012 08:58 PM
Best of luck to you and the pup...

rainey 02-03-2012 09:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Donnainohio63 (Post 3815131)
I can not stress enough how much this baby needs to be with the Mother at least for 12 weeks. The Mother teaches them so much and if you bring this baby home before 12 weeks the baby will not have that advantage. I hope all works out for you
Is it only for behavioral benefits for it to be with it's mother till 12 weeks?? Because that seems to be what everyone is saying.


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