[MyPemCharlie]

I agree with Debbie that 7 weeks is very young for a breeder to let a puppy go to a new home. 10-12 weeks would be preferable. My main concern would be the housetraining. The "average" puppy at 2 months will need to pee or poop about every 2 hours, 3 hours at 3 months, 4 hours at 4 months, etc. If the pup becomes accustomed to peeing/pooping indoors, the habit will be extremely difficult to break. Can you line up a pet sitter like Matt and his wife did to come in a few times a day for the first 5-6 months? That would be very helpful for housetraining, and to keep the pup from getting too bored.

I would move the puppy to your bedroom at night (in his own crate) so that he can feel like part of your family "pack". Also, you'll be able to hear him when he wakes up and needs a midnight potty break.

Welcome aboard and good luck!