How old should a Dachshund puppy be before it is taken from its litter?

Answer by  Vanessa (387)

As a rule all dogs should be at least 8 weeks before leaving the litter. However, the breeder may be deworming and making sure the puppy is ready to leave the mother. Most puppies of any breed are born with some type of worms and it can take several treatments and several weeks to clear the worms up.

Answer by  smellycat22 (1129)

For socializing and weaning reasons, the puppies should be kept with the mother for at least 2 months, but preferably for 12 weeks. Your breeder is doing the right thing.

Answer by  CoraPaul (26)

I'd say at least 12 to 16 weeks. If you take a puppy away from it's mother and litter mates too early then it can cause developmental problems and aggression issues which will be difficult to rectify later on in life.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

Any puppy should be at least 6 to 8 weeks old before taken from the litter they need the litter to learn to bond with pthers as well as the emotional support they recieve from being a part of it.

Answer by  dragonlover (10)

Usualy with kittens u should take it away at 6-8 weeks, i'm guessing it's the same.