My 4-week-old puppy left mom early. What health or behavior issues?

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Hi. I recently have gotten a puppy and the owners told me he was 7 weeks when he’s actually 4. They told me they’ve started to wean him off of his mom and they were almost done (which is true just done a bit too early) also, his living conditions weren’t the best at all. So I feel like I have no choice but to keep the poor thing. So with all of that being said, is it going to hurt him not being with his mom? He seems okay and normal but I’m worried because he’s young. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 9 days old

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

If he is no longer nursing, then he isn’t getting antibodies from Mom anymore so he will need to start his vaccine series earlier than usual. Also, he may not learn the social cues that Mom teaches during this time. He can, however, learn those by participating in a puppy play group . I would schedule an appointment with your veterinarian soon to start the vaccinations and to ask for a recommendation for a puppy play group. Best of luck and enjoy your cute new puppy!! Thank you for using Pet Coach.

My 4-week-old puppy left mom early. What health or behavior issues?

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