| what is the best age to get a puppy?
i came across this today:
"7th week (49 - 56 days)
This is the ideal time for the puppy to transfer his loyalty to his new owner. Mentally he is able to learn whatever any adult dog can learn, his brain is neurologically complete. However, physically he will not be able to do the task of an adult dog. For example, he can t jump one and a half times his height with the dumbbell in his mouth, but he can learn the exercise if it is scaled down to his size. Socialisation and training should continue on a regular basis. Bonds formed at this time are extremely strong.
8 - 10 weeks (57 - 70 days)
This is the fear imprinting period. Any traumatic experience such as shipping, ear cropping, severe punishment, etc. may have a lasting effect on the dog. New experiences must be non-fear producing. Proper training and socialisation should continue."
so when is the appropriate age to get a pup? would 7 weeks be the ideal time? i always thought it was best for the pups to stay with mom as long as they could, as they learn important things...am i wrong? LOL
i got my rottie at 8 weeks, bully at 10, and other bully at 6 months. they seem fine to me :)
it is also illegal to sell a dog in NY under 8 weeks i think?? maybe?? although the pet store had a litter of 7 week old bullies once. (yes a litter of 7!) :( very sad.
input, comments, would be appreciated. |