One in four puppies sold in Britain are separated from their mums too soon, study finds
ONE in four puppies sold in Britain are separated from their mothers too soon — far more than first thought, a study says.
Vets warned dogs bought before eight weeks old are more likely to be badly behaved as their brains and social skills do not develop properly.Credit: Getty Images - GettyExperts using data from UK survey “Generation Pup” found a quarter of more than 1,800 owners bought underage pups — “considerably higher” than earlier believed.
She said: “Staying with their mother . . . plays a vital role in social and behavioural development.” Dr Federica Pirrone, from the University of Milan, said seeing that a puppy’s mum was “unstressed and free from behavioural problems” gave a very good indication her pup would be too.GOT a story? RING The Sun on 0207 782 4104 or WHATSAPP on 07423720250 or EMAIL
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