[aprcarls]

I just got a 6 1/2 week old puppy boxer/doberman x, and when i took him to the vets, he only weighed in @ 2.5 lbs. doesnt that seem small or is it just me? any advice? i have a pic if you want to see

 

[3neighs]

I'm not sure about the weight, but I do think 6 1/2 weeks is pretty early to be taken away from mom and litter mates. What did the vet think about his weight?

Yes, I'd love to see a picture!

 

[aprcarls]

yes, i know he is young for that. he had 14 other littermates, and mom wasn't doing so good. The vet said he was normal weight for the age, but i guess i forget to ask him about the breed.here is a pic of him, got only the face.

 

[3neighs]

Wow, 14 littermates?! That could be the reason for his smaller size. He sure is adorable!

 

[GeorgieGirl]

I agree with 3neighs...with 14 littermates and the mom not doing well, poor dear, Im thinking that all the pups might have been small. He sure is a sweet looking little guy! Are you feeding him a supplement since he was taken from his mama so soon?

 

[bonzy]

he is gorgeous!!

 

[DoggieTreasures]

Holy Cow he is super duper cute. I also agree that is early to be taken from his parents. But best of luck to you and your new baby!!

 

[aprcarls]

yes, i am feeding him puppy milk supplement mixed with either dry puppy food, or canned puppy food 3-5 times a day. He eats all the time, and has a sweet temperament. Loves to cuddle, but that is I guess due to having so many littermates. I know I have heard that by the size of the paws is how big they will be, and he has tiny paws. Do you think he will actually be a 50 pound dog when he has had a slow start? Thanks for all the help everyone.

 

[GeorgieGirl]

At 6 1/2 weeks I would think it's still a little too early to tell. I'd wait another couple of weeks. He very well could be a 50# dog even with the slow start, but if not, he sure will be adorable and you are a very good pet parent to give him a chance and a good start!

 

[aprcarls]

After alot of investigating, I am really thinking that he is younger than they told me. He gained a pound in a week, but his development stage is at about 4 weeks. It really frustrates me to even think about it, but I really think the lady who told me his age was only trying to get rid of them, and I should of known better. No wonder why I haven't had a good night sleep in a week. LOL Thanks for everyone's help. I will keep you all in touch with how he is doing.

 

[rubyred92]

Yeah, he does seem really small for 6 1/2 weeks especially for a boxer/doberman x. I don't know how big Boxers are, but Dobermans are around 5-10 pounds or more at 6 1/2 weeks. Good luck with your beautiful new baby!

 

[aprcarls]

ok he is reaching the 6 week point, and he weighs in a almost 5 pounds, so he is growing by the minute!! I guess just a late bloomer.

 

[patricia42256]

I just got a 6 1/2 week old puppy boxer/doberman x, and when i took him to the vets, he only weighed in @ 2.5 lbs. doesnt that seem small or is it just me? any advice? i have a pic if you want to see

What did the vet say? he would know more. That does seem small for a breed such as that .Is the doberman full size breed? Six weeks is average to be taken from litter and weaned though.

 

[aprcarls]

he is just about 4 months now, and weighs in at about 26 pounds!!! He is still on the small size, but has so many characteristics of boxer, and dobie in him!! here is an updated pic of him.