what happens if you took a puppy from its mom at 5 weeks?

Answer 1

Didn't you ask virtually this same question? If not, check further down the page, there's one very similar.

Basically, it's too soon for the pup to be weaned from mom's milk. Plus, he/she hasn't learned enough about being a dog in a pack (even if its pack will be you eventually). It will learn important things like bite control and sub/dominant behavior from its littermates and mom.

It's best to let it stay until 8-10 weeks.

Answer 2

This is far too young for a puppy to leave the litter. Usually by this age, they are already eating some puppy food and working on being weaned from mom. But until 8-10 weeks, there is a lot a puppy will learn from mom about manners and behavior and so it's always best for a puppy to be no less than 8 weeks and I personally prefer 10 weeks.

Answer 3

Obviously telling you he should have stayed with mum for another week or so is pointless because you have him home already...

Feeding a puppy this little has to be taught to him and not just expected that he know how to do it...start with soft mushy puppy foods as they will have all the nutritional contents that he will need...might i sugguest you heat the food just a little to make it smell stronger...the aromas of it should help stimulate him into eating better...perhaps sit on the floor with him while he eats, the secutity of you being close might help things a little too...
If he is a slow starter when it comes to solids just be patient with him, dont get frustrated or angry with him if he doesnt follow your instructions and make sure he always has water down to drink aswell as you offering him puppy milk, if you cannot afford puppy milk try a lactose free milk for humans, though not the perfect choice its better than nothing at all...
As long as he is happy and healthy then I wouldnt be to concerned...
Oh...and just for a little extra info...

Puppies should be wormed every 2 weeks from 2 to 12 weeks of age, then monthly to 6 months, then at 3 monthly intervals afterwards. If hydatid tapeworms are a problem (if your dog has access to raw offal), then worming every 6 weeks is a good idea. Make sure you pick up your puppy’s faeces regularly, as puppies love to eat their own poo, which can cause reinfestation with worms.

A vaccination program should start at 6-8 weeks of age, and boosters are given at approximately 4 to 6 week intervals until the puppy is 18 to 20 weeks of age. Annual vaccination is recommended to keep antibody levels high throughout life.

Hope this helps...Enjoy your new pup!!

Answer 4

The puppy will most likely develop some behavior problems or aggression. Teaching basic things like bite inhibition will be difficult. The longer the puppy stays with its mom, the more it learns. A five week old puppy hasn't learned much.

Answer 5

Generally that is a little early, but the puppy can do quite well. Extra care needs to be given to the mom if that happens because she may have a problem because of the milk production.

We had a dog that we got when she was four weeks old. She turned out to be the most beautiful, peaceful, gentle dog. While it is not recommended to take a puppy so early, it can turn out well if it is done with care.

Answer 6

You're liable to wind up with a stupid dog. One who is always submissive, pees whenever you or another dog looks at it, passive/agressive behaviour. The longer pups stay around their siblings and preferably older dogs (parents,ect.) the more well rounded animal you're going to get. Legally they are not suppose to be given or sold until at least 8wks, although some crappy breeders will let them go at 7 and just lie about the tie date. Even a vet can't tell if 7 or 8 weeks. Actually best time to get a puppy is from 9-11 wks. The longer they are around siblings/parents the more social dog behaviour they learn and general "dog stuff" as well as the dogs own unique personality. I never let my pups go until they're around 9 wks.

Answer 7

If you took a puppy away from its mother at 5 weeks there is a big chance it wont be socialized properly and get all its needed nutrients from it mothers milk. Its like taking a baby away too early from breast milk, it wont be as strong as a baby that stayed on it longer.

Answer 8

Well for one thing it probably can't urinate on it's own yet so your going to have to help it. It won't be able to eat solid food, so you'll have to feed it formula every 2 to 4 hours around the clock. You'll have to bath it, and not like you would a regular puppy, you can't use any shampoo. You'll even have to make sure it can keep it's own internal temperature, so it don't get to cold. Basically you'll have to be it's mother in virtually every since of the word!
GOOD LUCK, you'll need it, and a good vet.

Answer 9

I believe this was answered in your question a minute ago that reads "Is adopting a puppy at 5 weeks too early."

Answer 10

The pup is going to be more difficult to house train. It will have greater separation anxiety. It is more susceptible to illnesses. It may not be able to eat and drink on it's own or eat and drink enough.