I want to delay my puppy?

[fusspuff805430]

My puppy has been born recently but I have a problem. It will be 8 weeks old a few days before the (Australian) July school holidays start they are only 2 weeks. I will be looking after a friend's son for those school holidays and he is not as gentle as my kids and has never had a dog before. I'm a little worried about having a puppy that is already stressed in a situation that may get more stressful.Would it be a good idea to see if the breeder could hold onto my pup for a few extra weeks?If I do ask her to would she be happy to do it or would she think we arn't suitable as a family for her pup? I do look after this boy for most holidays because child care in the town where I live is scarce and expensive. Except the holidays after next he is going away so I don't have him then. So we won't have him again until the pup is 8 months old.I'm actually loosing sleep about this. Strange how a puppies happiness can do that.Our yard is really big being fenced around the whole house and we can either have one huge yard or break it up to 4 different sections. The reason why I'm really concerned about this is because we had a dog that once was treated roughly but a child we knew and she never ever trusted children. She kept her distance from ours and we had to watch her all the time. I never want to go though that again.The money is not a problem she does asked that the pup is paid for before 8 weeks so she knows you want it. I really don't mind paying for boarding. I've seen the place she lives the pup won't be left in a kennel the whole time she truely loves her dogs.

[RandeeTAS]

I think it would be best to email (or call) her and explain the situation and see what she feels comfortable with. My breeder actually offered to hold my puppy another week or two since I will be moving my stuff for college. Just let her know how you feel about it and you really don't want to cause extra stress on the dog and would rather devote as much time as you had to bringing in a puppy. I doubt she'll think you're not a suitable family because you want to work this out with her. I'd imagine a good breeder would be willing to work something out. Good luck and congrats on your puppy (hopefully!)

[Tsunami9261]

i think if you explain the situation they will do this for you it would be weird but i know they dont' want their puppy hurt andy more then you and ti would be worth it so tell your story right out and sure they will wait and pay for the puppy so they know youa re serious and date you will be picking the dog up.

[peek2534]

I know this is important and we do what we have to to survive..babysitting. You want the puppy to be socialized with animals and kids you don't want a sisy dog or scaredy cat. Otherwise u may have serious issue down the line. Your gonna have to either watch them like a hawk or put the dog outside while he is there. The kid may really enjoy being TAUGHT how to love and be kind to animals and children. Maybe have him teach the puppy tricks or walk him. U may be suprised.

[laciebrooke]

i would explain your situation and if it is a reputable breeder then they would care what kind of situation the puppy is in...the breeder may ask for a holding fee.

[mheather831512]

I would call and talk to the breeder. If she's a good breeder she should understand where your coming from and hold it for you. But I figure she will probable charge you for keeping it longer. Most breeders will charge extra if they have to hold the puppy longer.

[Aravyndra8187]

If for some reason they are unable to keep the pup longer...is there a way to separate the pup from the kid? How old is the young boy? Is he old enough to understand not to touch if you tell him the pup is off limits? perhaps you can baby gate off a section of your house that they dog can play in, and the kids aren't allowed to go into.And whenever the dog is out, make sure you're around... like watching a toddler, keep your eye on the pup as closely as possible. Perhaps keep him/her on a leash when the pup is around the kids until the kid you're watching goes home.The main thing is to ask if the breeder will hold the dog for you... if you feel comfortable with her doing that, otherwise you'll need to think of other alternatives.

[redneckcowgirlmo]

I doubt the breeder would think you'd be unsuitable for her puppy. You are putting the well being of the puppy first. Something most breeders love ! Explain the situation ... I'm sure the breeder will work with you.

[Courtney3459]

I would call the breeder and explain the situation. She may or may not ask for a deposit, or the full price of the pup.Most reponsible breeders will want the best for their pups, so if waiting a couple more weeks is going to be best for the pup, I'm sure all will go well.She may ask you what you are going to do about the pup in a few months when the time comes around again. You need to talk to the mother of this child and make sure it is ok to give her son some manners on how to act towards a dog.

[KimV]

I'm a breeder and I don't mind keeping a pup longer at all, I have asked to be paid for the puppy just to make sure that they really do want him. I think if you are honest and it is a good breeder it should not be a problem. However, they other thing to consider is if the breeder will simply leave your pup in a kennel or crate for the three weeks, in that case the pup would be much better off in your home, rough kids and all. They do a lot of mental growing from 8-12 weeks you want to make sure he is being well cared for.