what is the youngest age to buy a puppie in NY
2007-01-20 11:43:36 · 17 answers · asked by drake z 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The following link will take you to a chart offering information on the earliest and most recommended ages for purchasing a pet in each state.
http://www.animallaw.info/articles/ovuspuppysaletable.htm
Most puppies should be at least 8 weeks old before being removed from their mother. However in some cases, it is necessary to remove them sooner. I brought my puppy home at 5 weeks old, but she was completely weened and I had a 2 year old female that "adopted" her and taught her manners as normally the mother would. Under normal situations, I wouldn't have brought a puppy home this early, however I knew I was in a situation to provide the necessary training that she would be missing. In addition, all of the many breeders I talked to recommended this early age for this particular breed.
Hope the chart helps...
2007-01-20 12:32:24 · answer #1 · answered by motomouth_1965 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm unaware of the youngest age for buying or obtaining a puppy in NY, but here in Australia, it is generally around the 7- 8 week period as the pups need their mother and others in the litter up until then.The youngest I ever bought was an 8 week old labrador,and he was the apple of our eye for almost 17yrs.Have 3 small dogs now,but the many years of love and adoration from the lab, were some of the happiest memories I shall ever have.He was put to rest On Easter Saturday last year.Good luck in finding your puppy!!!!
2007-01-20 19:50:52 · answer #2 · answered by Jan M 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that the minimum age to buy a puppy anywhere is 8 weeks old. But, I'm not sure if the age is different in NY.
2007-01-20 19:47:16 · answer #3 · answered by Dana Mulder 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The absolute youngest age is after the puppy has completed it's 7th week but preferably 8 weeks.
2007-01-20 21:06:09 · answer #4 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should really buy a puppy when it's 10 weeks old, just because all of the puppy shots should be done by that age and you can also test out the temperment of the puppy.
2007-01-20 20:00:24 · answer #5 · answered by Mandi E. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most places have laws in place that puppies must be at least six weeks old. Some places even go as high as eight weeks. I personally wouldn't get a puppy younger than eight weeks, as they are still very dependent on mom for a lot of life lessons at that age.
2007-01-20 19:47:41 · answer #6 · answered by lrachelle 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You shouldn't buy a puppy anywhere unless it is AT LEAST 7 weeks old....preferably 8-10 weeks.
2007-01-20 19:46:29 · answer #7 · answered by vomdeitrichgiants 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The very best time to separate a pup from the litter is on the 49th day (7 wks). Get a copy of 1 of Richard A Wolters books ("Family Dog, Water Dog or Gun Dog") & you will discover the reasons.
2007-01-21 12:50:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No younger than 8 weeks old. Normally, between 10 to 12 weeks old. Good Luck ! :)
2007-01-20 19:46:27 · answer #9 · answered by tysavage2001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Breeders can not sell puppies until 8 weeks of age or they can lose their license to sell!
2007-01-20 19:51:10 · answer #10 · answered by jewel64052 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋