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.
Also it is crutial that they are kept in a draft free warm room. Often the puppies are in an incubator and brought out every 3-4 hours for feeding time. Puppies at 2 weeks old. 2 weeks old Usually within the second week the puppies open their eyes. It is important not to expose them to harsh sunlight. Much like a child they are not able to see much at this age. At the two week age they spend more time out of the incubator and with their mother.