ArchieTheHusky Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 (edited) My male Siberian Husky puppy is 6 weeks old and weighs in at 5.9kg. I was told by someone that he is heavy for his age. What should his weight be at 6 weeks? Method of weighing:Hold him and step on scales. xxkg Step on scales by myself. yykg xxKG minus yyKG = 5.9kg Thanks in advance :D Edited July 27, 2011 by ArchieTheHusky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 (edited) SIX weeks old????? Or six months old? Have you asked his breeder if this is normal for pups of his bloodline? at 6 weeks old he should be with his mum still..... Edited July 27, 2011 by persephone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 27, 2011 Author Share Posted July 27, 2011 (edited) SIX weeks old????? Or six months old? 6 weeks He's overweight, isn't he? Edited July 27, 2011 by ArchieTheHusky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 (edited) I'm not sure of the weight he 'should' be . It seems a bit heavy . but I have no idea .. do you have photos? What does he look like? I have to ask.... why do you have a 6 week old puppy? Edited July 27, 2011 by persephone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 27, 2011 Author Share Posted July 27, 2011 I'm not sure of the weight he 'should' be . It seems a bit heavy ... do you have photos? I have to ask.... why do you have a 6 week old puppy? I'll try get some photos. The man we bought the puppy from is going on vacation and wanted to sell them before he left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 The man we bought the puppy from is going on vacation and wanted to sell them before he left. Hmmmm.. So - how long have you had Archie? What is he being fed? Did the breeder give you a diet sheet ? Did you take Archie to the vet for a checkup? ( recommended when you buy a new puppy that hasn't already been vet checked) What did the vet say about his weight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfan Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Puppies should be with their mother until they are at least 8 weeks old. I think if you post in the Breeders section you may get more replies... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Archie The Husky .. you and your pup will be welcome in the Spitz thread, I'm sure CLICK HERE !! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 27, 2011 Author Share Posted July 27, 2011 He'll be going to the vet on Friday or Saturday for his first vaccination and a checkup. I'll ask the vet then but I was just wondering as it would be better to know earlier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussielover Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Is he definitely purebred siberian husky? ie from a registered breeder? Sounds a little heavy for a pure sibe pup, although my labrador puppy was 8 kg at 8 weeks, so was probably around 6 kg at 6 weeks. Sibes are generally lighter than labs though. I suppose if he has some malamute or other breed in him then he could well be a normal weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 27, 2011 Author Share Posted July 27, 2011 Is he definitely purebred siberian husky? ie from a registered breeder? Sounds a little heavy for a pure sibe pup, although my labrador puppy was 8 kg at 8 weeks, so was probably around 6 kg at 6 weeks. Sibes are generally lighter than labs though. I suppose if he has some malamute or other breed in him then he could well be a normal weight. The guy said he was a purebred, but he isn't a registered breeder and I can't be 100% sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dasha Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 My 6 week old Border Collie pups were 4.8 kg. But they have a lot of bone and were quite heavy set. I think that it is hard to go on just a weight. Pictures would give a much better idea of if his weight is ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra777 Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 At six weeks I think most breeds should be pudgy(ish) and well covered. If he's got plenty of cover over his ribs (IMO at this age you should have a little difficulty feeling the ribs) then he's probably the right weight for him. Sounds heavy for a Sibe though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
animalia Posted July 28, 2011 Share Posted July 28, 2011 It's fine to have a six week old puppy BUT you must know what your doing. You need to read up on critical periods for dogs so that you understand how important this stage of the pups life is. Some dog trainers I knew would take on pups at 6 weeks so they knew the puppy would have successful critical period, but these were professionals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 29, 2011 Author Share Posted July 29, 2011 (edited) I can feel his ribs without applying much pressure at all. He looks and feels fine but the weight just doesn't seem right :\ I'll put up some pictures soon. He's going to the vet in a few days but anyway... Edited July 29, 2011 by ArchieTheHusky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 if you can feel his ribs- he should not be overweight .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 29, 2011 Author Share Posted July 29, 2011 Here are some pictures. I couldn't get any better ones since he runs around heaps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 29, 2011 Author Share Posted July 29, 2011 Here's another one. A very dark picture though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted July 29, 2011 Share Posted July 29, 2011 :) he looks big for 6 weeks ..but not overweight . Very cute sleeping pic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArchieTheHusky Posted July 29, 2011 Author Share Posted July 29, 2011 :) he looks big for 6 weeks ..but not overweight . Very cute sleeping pic! So he's going to be massive when he's older? Oh god! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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