We are slowly starting to replace our carpeting with ceramic tiles and laminate flooring. It is so much better with the dogs!
I agree about the area rugs, though...I had several down, but Oscar immediately decided they were pee pads. Every time I wash them, he immediately runs in there and pees on them. He thinks I wash them for him to have a nice clean place to potty!!!!
I figure I will replace the rugs after Oscar is potty trained (if ever)?????!!!!