2006-10-31 05:39:35 · 13 answers · asked by Sarah H 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Some breeders and pet stores sell the pups at 6 weeks, but that's really too young. Their immune systems aren't developed yet, and the pups haven't begun to learn "pack manners" from their mom and siblings.
Wait until the pup is at least 8 weeks old. If you can wait a little longer (like 9 or 10 weeks old) you'll be able to see what the pup's personality is really like. Befor ethat age, most pups are just learning how to be puppies, and haven't really tried being "individuals" yet.
If you get a puppy, make sure it's had all of its shots, and has been vet checked and wormed BEFORE you adopt it. Then as soon as you get it, take it to you vet and have it checked again to make sure it's healthy.
2006-10-31 06:34:03 · answer #1 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are state laws in place that determine the minimum age a puppy can be sold at. So it depends on where you live typically 6 or 8 weeks
2006-10-31 06:11:31 · answer #2 · answered by Matt O 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
most good responsible breeders will not let their puppies go untill they are at least 8 weeks old... they need to stay with mom as long as they can so she can teach them,,,, I hope this helps and good luck on getting a St. Bernard puppy if you decide to get one
2006-10-31 05:48:29 · answer #3 · answered by hunter 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
You should not get a dog younger than 8 weeks old
2006-10-31 12:25:15 · answer #4 · answered by KC 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A minimum of 6 wks but usually it's 8-12 depending on the breeder.
2006-10-31 05:50:11 · answer #5 · answered by henry9tx8 2 · 1⤊ 3⤋
8 weeks
2006-10-31 05:56:56 · answer #6 · answered by Glorious 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
anywhere between 6-8 weeks old, I got my saint bernard when she was five months old, and it feels like I got her when she was just a puppy, they are loving caring dogs, and they adjust well, so please don't be put off if you find a saint bernard that is a little older, you'll love them just the same!!!
2006-10-31 05:53:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Any pup should be with mom for 10-12 weeks. Even after they are weaned she teaches them dog stuff.
2006-10-31 05:49:16 · answer #8 · answered by Stick to Pet Rocks 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
anywhere between 6 and 8 weeks. same with any puppy. they need to stay with their mam at least 6 weeks and be weaned before they can go to a new home.
2006-10-31 05:50:32 · answer #9 · answered by ben e 3 · 1⤊ 3⤋
I don't think you should ever get any kind of pup younger than 10 weeks. (Preferrably 12 weeks).
2006-10-31 06:55:06 · answer #10 · answered by kalamibe 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋