Hi,

We went to see and put a deposit down last night for a border collie pup and I would like to pick him up on the 10th, meaning he will be around 7-7 and a half weeks old, can you please tell me if this is to early for him to leave his Mum or would that be OK?

Also what injections and treatments does he need when we first get him?

Your help would be much appreciated.

Thanks
Laura:)

Typically when I was breeding dogs I did not like to let them go until at least 8 weeks old. As far as immunizations? Check with your local vet. He will advise you on what and when to start shots.

I don't know how much you know about puppies so I am going to post /repost some helpful information. Make sure that you do not have your puppy around places where he can contract parvo . Also be aware that it is said that parvo can be brought in on the bottom of shoes.I would talk with a vet/appointment asap and while there I would make sure that he stayed off the floor and did not sniff or associate with the other animals. Also outside in the grassy area before you go into the office I would not let him walk around or use the potty. In this link you will find many helpful tips to get you and your dog started on the right track. https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/dogs/information-articles-our-dogs-expert-labman-53153.html

Hi thanks for your responses

I think we are going to collect the puppy when it's 7 weeks old and keep it indoors until it's had it's jabs, can you please give me some more information about parvo, I've never heard of this and what do I need to do to prevent my puppy doesn't get this or will he be OK once he's had the jabs?

Thanks
Laura

ASPCA: Dog Care (http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=pets_dogcare) There is a list on here pertaining to the shots. It would be wise for you to contact your vet for their recommendations.The Virus in the Environment (http://www.marvistavet.com/html/the_parvo_virus_in_the_environ.html) alsohttp://www.heirlair.com/parvo.htm Here is an excellent site that covers many aspects of dog ownership.Please take a look at the article "I am your puppy" Articles (http://www.woodhavenlabs.com/articles.html#breeding)

Hello, how is your puppy doing?
This week I am getting an eight week old border collie mix! I am so excited!
Is your's a female or a male?
Our's is a female, we are going to name her Mica (the black shiny stone you find in lakes)
What did you name yours?
It would be nice to keep in touch and share some advice as we go along on this journey of puppy raising!

Whenever I get a puppy from a breeder I always wait till they are 12weeks old. That way they have been soclized enough that that they can be moved into a home envorment. And have lease behavior problems.

Waiting until 12 weeks is a bad mistake. That is about the time puppies cease to adjust to new things as well. More recent studies have confirmed the sharp decline found in Scott and Kellog's classic work.

7-8 weeks is good, and never before 6 weeks. A couple I picked up at 45 days did fine.