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  • The best puppy age range to bring home is commonly thought to be 6 to 8 weeks of age. But to be exact, a lot of breeders believe 9 weeks to be best. With a puppy in this age range there will be a need for frequent rest periods, mainly in the afternoon, with some in the morning.
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If a puppy must go home before 7-to-8-weeks of age, Foote recommends it be "mentored" by an older puppy or tolerant dog.

Regardless of whether a breeder chooses to send a puppy home at 8 weeks or 12 weeks, it's clear that what happens during the weeks between is what matters.

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When it's about 6-8 weeks old. It usually is weened from it's
mother after about 4 or 5 weeks, depending on the puppy. After it's
weened away from it's mother, it's usually safe to take it
home.

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