when is it safe to take my puppy outside?

Question

i'm getting a 8 wk. old puppy. the breeder says to not take the puppy out for 16 wks ( after 3rd set of shots). the vet says this is false and the puppies most crucial socialization period is before 14 wks. so should get it out in the world before then. what advice is correct??

Answer 1

Take it out into the world because the vet is trained in this kind of things and the breeder isn't

Answer 2

The breeder is probably talking about Parvo. If there is parvo on the ground where the puppy is-he/she can get it. It can be fatal...its a virus that can be transmitted thorugh feces, soil, outside areas that can be contamenated. The 3 set of shots will make it to where the puppy will not contract the virus. I would imagine you have to take the puppy out to use the restroom and etc. Of course in regards to socialization-your attention is the most important. This interaction can take place inside or out.

Answer 3

The biggest worry about taking your puppy around other dogs or for walks where the puppy can come into contact with other dogs feces is that the puppy will get diseases like Parvo or distemper (which can be and usually is fatal). Your vet is gonna is know better than the breeder and most vets will recommend you wait until the third series of shots is given (around 14wks). This will keep your puppy from getting diseases the other dogs and their feces carry. You can take your puppy outside before that but keep them on a very short leash, keep them away from unfamiliar dogs, or dogs you know have not been vaccinated, and do not let them around feces of other animals (at least until the third shots have been given like your vet advised). Hope this helps

Answer 4

The breeder told you not to take the puppy out because of the danger of catching PARVO. The virus can be passed by your puppy being on the same ground as an infected dog. That does not mean you can't still socialize it. Have friends come over (if they also have dogs, have them bring them too). Take the puppy to relatives homes. Drive around in the car. As long as you are careful to not have the puppy on surfaces where strange (and possibly infected) dogs have been, your puppy should be fine.

Answer 5

The critical socialization periods for puppies start before you get a puppy puppies should be allowed to experience many new situations starting at 3-4 weeks, then at 7-8 weeks they need to staart socializing with even more eviroments and with new people. the advice of your breeder is based upon exposure to disease and due to increased risk of disease. the best thing is to make shure your puppy has the proper vacinations for its age. there immune system has antibodies passed on from the mother until about 12 weeks this is when they should have their second set of vaccinations(distemper combination and rabies) from the veterinarian.
Both advice are for a different reason one is for protection from disease and is not as important as the advice to properly socialize your puppy. a properly socialized and trained puppy can go many places. consult with the veterinary professionals as to how to raise your puppy. get enrolled in a professional dog training class, and get the proper shots the veterinarian recommends and athe advice of you breeder is insignificant in the long run and could foster improper behavior in your puppy as it grows up. modern veterinary care out dates the breeders advice.

Answer 6

The reason why your breeder doesn't want the dog outside is because until he's fully vccinted he's not protected 100%! Canine parvo virus is common puppy killer! It is transmitted through infected feces. I would still take him out a social pet is a good pet! Just be sure to avoid places where people don't clean up after their dogs! Pet stores that let you bring your pet into are great, lots of people will want to see the pup, he can pick out his own toys! Plus pet stores keep the place pretty clean(bleach kills parvo)! Good luck with the puppy!!

Answer 7

Unless there has been Parvo in your yard the vet is right. The ability to remember having been afraid of something developes at about 12 weeks in puppys. The more things puppys are introduced to before "fear memory" developes the better

Answer 8

Um, I have an 8 week old puppy and I take her outside to go to the bathroom. I have a two year old dog that I also had froma puppy and I took him outside (how does the breeder expect you to potty train them???). He's perfectly normal.

Do you mean outside as in to a pet store or to greet other dogs? Same answer- I've taken both my dogs out when they were about 8 weeks. My 8 week old puppy just went to Petco to get a name tag and to my inlaws house where she socialized with their two dogs.

Answer 9

You can take the puppy out in your yard right away, but it's safer for the pup to not take it out to public parks and such (where other dogs run and play) until a week after it's had its second set of shots. I always took my for walks around the neighbourhood though, I just tried to keep them mostly on sidewalks and off lawns where other dogs may have pooped or peed. Also if you take him into pet shops and such where other dogs go before he has his second set of shots, just make sure you carry the pup or it rides in a cart.

Answer 10

Oh, our vet told us that breeders say things like "don't allow your puppy on the grass" because of lawn chemicals and feces from other dogs and what not that the puppy could get sick from. Our vet told us it was silly and that the puppy would be fine as long as you keep a eye on her.