How long after a mother dog has given birth can her puppies be given away or sold?

How long after a mother dog has given birth can her puppies be given away or sold?
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8 weeks minimum. A lot of socializing goes on with puppies and their mother up until this age, not to mention being fully weaned, which should never occur before 6–7 weeks minimum. The ideal age to place puppies is around 10 weeks for optimum heath, both physically and emotionally.
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