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.
Starting Puppies On Solid Food When puppies reach the age of four weeks, they can start to eat solid food. It is best to only supply the food for the puppies and allow mama dog to tech her babies what to do, and when to do it.