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When Do Puppies Start Walking and When Can They Be Rehomed?

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Puppies typically start walking around 21 days after birth, although they may be wobbly at first. By about one month old, most puppies can walk quite steadily. It's generally best to rehome puppies after they are 30 to 45 days old. At this age, they are usually weaned, which makes caring for them significantly easier than for unweaned puppies. While puppies may start attempting to walk around 21 days, their gait isn't very stable at this early stage. Their bones and muscles are still developing and not yet strong enough for consistent balance and coordination. Puppies generally open their eyes around 15 days of age. Before this, many of their bodily systems are still developing, so they rely solely on their mother's milk and attentive care from their humans. Providing warmth is crucial during this early period to support their healthy development. At this early stage, it's beneficial to consider supplementing the puppy's diet with calcium to prevent potential bone i...

Is It Okay to Rehome a 20-Day-Old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?

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It's generally not recommended to rehome a 20-day-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. At this very young age, the puppy is still completely dependent on its mother's milk and hasn't yet been weaned. Their immune systems are also very fragile at this stage, making them highly susceptible to illnesses if they are moved to a new environment. Why Wait Before Rehoming? A 20-day-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel puppy is simply too young to be separated from its mother. They are typically still in the process of weaning and are not yet fully accustomed to eating solid food such as dog kibble. The abrupt change of environment can trigger a significant stress response in young puppies. At this age, their bodies' ability to regulate temperature and fight off infections is very weak. It's best to wait until the puppy is around six weeks old, when it's more comfortable eating solid food and gaining the nutrition needed for growth and development, before considering rehoming...