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03-01-2006, 10:21 PM | #1 |
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| What age should I get my yorkie I am searching for a yorkie, I dont know which one to get. The 8 week old one or the 16 week old one? I dont know if the older one will be able to be trained or if the youner one is too young to be away from its mother. HELP! |
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03-01-2006, 10:25 PM | #2 | |
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IMO breeders who let them go that young (8wks or younger) are just wanting to get rid of them.
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03-01-2006, 10:35 PM | #3 |
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| I think you have better chances with a well adjusted 16 week pup than an 8 week pup. |
03-01-2006, 10:57 PM | #4 |
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| 16 wk....no earlier than 12 like the others said. This is when they learn how to play with thier silblings. Your pup will be a little more ready for the wolrd. |
03-01-2006, 11:02 PM | #5 |
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| I would say get the 16 week old pup also.
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03-02-2006, 12:00 AM | #6 | |
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Welcome to YT by the way Good luck with your new puppy
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03-02-2006, 09:31 PM | #7 |
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| The way you worded your question - I woundered if you meant how old you you be or how old should the puppy be when you got him. Just had to laugh a little. I think most of us agree that 10 to 12 weeks is an appropriate age to take a little pup away from its mother....better than 8 weeks. However, mine was 8 weeks old when I got him -- but he wasn't real small and he ate like there was no tomorrow. He did very well and at six months is still very healthy and doing great! Carol Jean |
03-04-2006, 01:40 PM | #8 |
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| I spoke with the breeder and I expressed my concern about the puppy and she said if I put the deposit down on the 8 week old puppy she will keep her at her house until she is 11 1/2 weeks and then I can pick her up. Thanks for the advice! |
03-04-2006, 02:32 PM | #9 |
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| I am going to take myne this week he will be 7 weeks old, and the breeder told me taht its all bul**** about 3 month... will see. Last edited by simonandhallie; 03-04-2006 at 03:24 PM. |
03-04-2006, 02:57 PM | #10 |
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| When I got my two girls, from different breeders, neither one would let them go earlier than 12 weeks,unless their vet allowed it and put it in writing. I'm with the folks who believe it is much better to wait until the weight is good and the puppy socialized. |
03-04-2006, 03:06 PM | #11 |
Donating YT 14K Club Member | The longer you wait, the better it is for the pup. There are breeders out there that will say different. Lots of times, these breeders are in a hurry to let the pup go because: 1) they are making room for others 2) they are tired of taking care of them. We aren't talking about Labs or Beagles. We are talking about toy dogs and they will be more adjusted if taken at a later age. JMO
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03-04-2006, 04:02 PM | #12 |
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| But many people take yorkies on 7--8 weeks and the grow to be very friendly, socialized dogs. So how you will explane that? I belive its more care and more time to spend when the pupy is under 12 weeks, but i am not sure that it will be bad for him to get to the new owner sooner. |
03-04-2006, 04:46 PM | #13 | |
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The apple doesn't fall far from the tree, especially for dogs. The fact is, well-socialized dogs are more likely to have well-socialized puppies. Pups often mirror their mothers' calm or fearful attitude toward people; this is a normal part of their socialization. But you can play a vital role, too, by petting, talking, and playing with puppy to help him develop good "people skills." Puppies are usually weaned at six to seven weeks, but are still learning important skills as their mother gradually leaves them for longer periods of time. Ideally, puppies should stay with their littermates (or other "role-model" dogs) for at least 12 weeks. Puppies separated from their littermates too early often fail to develop appropriate "social skills," such as learning how to send and receive signals, what an "inhibited bite" (acceptable mouthing pressure) means, how far to go in play-wrestling, and so forth. Play is important for puppies because it increases their physical coordination, social skills, and learning limits. By interacting with their mother and littermates, puppies explore the ranking process ("who's in charge") and also learn "how to be a dog." Skills not acquired during the first eight weeks may be lost forever. While these stages are important and fairly consistent, a dog's mind remains receptive to new experiences and lessons well beyond puppyhood. Most dogs are still puppies, in mind and body, through the first two years of life. Here are general guidelines for puppies' stages of development Birth to 2 weeks: Neonatal Period Puppy is most influenced by his mother. Senses of touch and taste are present at birth. 2 to 4 weeks: Transitional Period Puppy is most influenced by his mother and littermates. Eyes open, teeth begin to come in, and senses of hearing and smell develop. Puppy begins to stand, walk a little, wag tail, and bark. By the fourth or fifth week, eyesight is well-developed. 3 to 12 weeks: Socialization Period During this period, puppy needs opportunities to meet other dogs and people. 3 to 5 weeks: puppy becomes aware of his surroundings, companions (both canine and human), and relationships, including play. 4 to 6 weeks: puppy is most influenced by littermates and is learning about being a dog. 4 to 12 weeks: puppy remains influenced by littermates and is also influenced by people. Puppy learns to play, develops social skills, learns the inhibited bite, explores social structure/ranking, and improves physical coordination. 5 to 7 weeks: puppy develops curiosity and explores new experiences. Puppy needs positive "people" experiences during this time. 7 to 9 weeks: puppy is refining his physical skills and coordination, and can begin to be housetrained. Puppy has full use of senses. 8 to 10 weeks: puppy experiences real fear involving normal objects and experiences; puppy needs positive training during this time. 9 to 12 weeks: puppy is refining reactions, developing social skills with littermates (appropriate interactions), and exploring the environment and objects. Puppy begins to focus on people; this is a good time to begin training. 3 to 6 Months: Ranking Period Puppy is most influenced by "playmates," which may now include those of other species. Puppy begins to see and use ranking (dominance and submission) within the household (the puppy's "pack"), including humans. Puppy begins teething (and associated chewing). 4 months: puppy experiences another fear stage. 6 to 18 Months: Adolescence Puppy is most influenced by human and dog "pack" members. 7 to 9 months: puppy goes through a second chewing phase, part of exploring territory. Puppy increases exploration of dominance, including challenging humans. If not spayed or neutered, puppy experiences beginnings of sexual behavior.
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03-04-2006, 05:09 PM | #14 |
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| Kimberly, thank you very much. It was an interesting read. I work from home, so i will be 99% of the time with my puppy and i also have onather dog that he will play with, so i hope in my case it will be not that bad. The thing is, that the breeder have realy good reputaion, and she well known worldwide. (i don't want to name, but that the fact). She just think that 7 weeks it's a good age, so i have no other chouse ... I don't want him to be to much friendly with other people, only with the family...so maybe it's even beter.. |
03-04-2006, 05:35 PM | #15 |
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| seven weeks is just way too young, I would request for her to keep him/her longer if she will....It is in the pups best interest.
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