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09-03-2012, 02:14 PM
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GSD Puppies!!
So, it turns out that I'll be getting a WL GSD pup sooner than I thought (In 3 weeks!), and I finally got pictures of the litter! They are 3 weeks old, and the breeder is letting me take one home at 6 weeks old (I know the average is 8 weeks, but the breeder knows what she's doing). They are so cute, and they're going to grow up to be beauties!
 *All pictures are of the puppies at 3 weeks old.* Here they are with the dam: Beautiful sables
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09-03-2012, 02:18 PM
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Just to let you know, 8 weeks is not the average...it is the law in most states. Letting puppies go earlier than that leads to socialization issues and other problems. But I'll let the experts chime in with all the side effects...
I would not get a puppy from this breeder if they are doing that. I don't know a single breeder on this page that would do that, unless the dam died or some other disaster. |
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09-03-2012, 02:22 PM
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Um, if the breeder is letting puppies go at 6 weeks of age, she does NOT know what she is doing, and may in fact be doing something illegal. Is this really what you want? Most "breeders" who give up their puppies at 6 weeks are simply trying to get rid of them as quickly as possible, to maximize their profit. Why feed and care for a litter for two extra weeks, when you can get rid of them at full price?
I'd seriously re-think this. Where did you find this breeder? ... let me guess... classified ad, cragislist, or painted cardboard sign? |
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09-03-2012, 02:24 PM
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I just looked it up:
Missouri Animal Care Facility Rules Governing Licensing, Fees, Reports, Record Keeping, Veterinary Care, Identification and Holding Period It is ILLEGAL in the state of Missouri for anyone, licensed breeder or not, to sell puppies under the age of 8 weeks. |
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09-03-2012, 02:25 PM
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Please, please don't get this pup! 6 weeks is too early. The pup will miss some crucial time with the litter and mom. My breeder isn't even promising 8 weeks. It's when he's ready. As it should be. Most states have laws against this for good reason.
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09-03-2012, 02:29 PM
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I can't see them either.
OP- I agree with everyone else that this breeder probably isn't the best person to buy from. BUT I will say, it doesn't always make for a messed up dog. I got Koda when she was 6 weeks old and she has never been any more difficult than she would have been if I got her at 8 weeks.
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09-03-2012, 02:36 PM
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 Really?! I thought that this was too young, but I'm no breeder, I thought she would know what's best. Apparently not?
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