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Which German Shepherd puppy to adopt: 50 days or 7 months old?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male

Hi I wanted to get your opinion on something that I couldn’t decide on I have 2 choices eighther get a 50 day old German Shepherd or a 7 month old German shepherd I don’t know which on to get which one is better like is it safe to get the 7 month old will he get use to me as he had an old owner unlike the 50 day old one which had never had an owner which is a better choice in your opinion what are the pros and cons of each

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on June 16th, 2019

Either is fine, to be honest. I would check to see what training the 7 month old German Shepherd has had with the old owner, and check vaccine records as well as heartworm, fleas, and deworming treatments. You would not have to worry about house training an older puppy, which is great. He will get used to you. I got a Basset Hound who was two years old, and he adjusted great to my house. He's been with us for almost three years now. I hope this helps!

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