Zoey is 17 weeks. She only has the kitchen and living room. The rest of the house is blocked by baby gates. We gave up on scolding and started rewarding with a food treat every time she went on the pad. We applaud and yell good girl and give a tiny treat. She is so proud of herself. The positive reinforcement really worked for her. The only time she has an accident is if she is alone for over two hours. She gets mad for being left alone.Then occasionally she will go in the kitchen behind the table. We call it a grudge poop. Maybe happens once every two weeks.
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