What age?

So my partner and I just got a 4 month old puppy and I'm really excited to have some fun. How old should he be minimum before I start touching him? I don't want to hurt him so wanted to ask.
 

Age:
1. "Adolescence in dogs marks their sexual maturity, usually between 8 and 12 months."
(https://pmcofedmond.com/pet-education/puppy-dog-vet/dog-stages-of-life/)

2. "When Do Puppies Reach Sexual Maturity?
"The timing of sexual maturity is largely size- and breed-dependent. So, talk to your vet and breeder about your puppy. Sexual maturity in puppies typically begins to occur between 6-to-9 months of age, although certain giant breeds may not reach sexual maturity until they are older."
(https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/sexual-maturity-in-puppies-what-to-expect/)

3. "Sexual Maturity. The onset of sexual maturity (puberty) is triggered by hormonal changes that lead to physical and behavioral changes. Generally speaking, puppies will start to mature sexually between 7 and 10 months of age."
(https://www.guidedog.org/PuppyRaising/PuppyRaiserManual/CareAndHealth/Sexual_Maturity.aspx)
Generally speaking you should not attempt to masturbate a dog until he is sexually mature. You should wait for the dog to show sexual behavior like interest in female dogs and mounting/humping.

4 Months is definitely not enough. Wait at least to 6 but rather more than that and for him to start showing interest.
 
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