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Taking a puppy away from its mother in the transitional stage (2-4 weeks) can create a number of problems for later life. Any time before 8 weeks even, can cause problems â so that a puppy is pre-disposed to become fearful of other dogs. Ideally the whole litter should be kept together until at least 8 weeks.
Should my female dog go into heat before sheâs spayed? No, by doing so before her first heat, you can greatly reduce her risk of mammary tumors. How long after giving birth can my dog be spayed? The procedure can be done as soon as the pups are weaned, usually four to five weeks.