I think a big part of these interminable arguments about tabs is based on people using the same words to mean different things. In the following, I'm trying to avoid espousing my personal religion here, I just thought it would be good to try and explain the various sects. Anyway.
Puppies may be placed in new homes once they are eating well on their own. However, they will be better adjusted and make better pets by staying and interacting with littermates and the Mom-dog until they are at least eight weeks old--older generally is better.
You adopt from a shelter or rescue. To answer your question, law in my state requires the pup be at least 8 weeks old, small breeds are better left with the mother and siblings for at least 10 weeks. rescue member Â· 6 years ago.Thumbs up.3.Thumbs down.2.ou adopt from a shelter or rescue. To answer your question, law in my state requires the pup be at least 8 weeks old, small breeds are better left with the mother and siblings for at least 10 weeks. rescue member Â· 6 years ago. Thumbs up. 3. Thumbs down. 2.