My 6-week-old puppy isn't drinking water. Is he too young to be home?

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i got my dogs from a breeder at 6 weeks, should i give it back because it’s too young ? also he’s not drinking water. Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 11 days old

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Six weeks is young, it's better to wait until the puppy is eight weeks of age, but it can be fine to take Milo now as long as he is weaned from his mother and eating puppy food. Try adding some water to his puppy food to get moisture into him. If he continues to refuse to drink water, have him seen by a vet. Best of luck.

My 6-week-old puppy isn't drinking water. Is he too young to be home?

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