Sophie had a private backyard with grass, securely fenced and she would take her time in the morning and evening to potty. However, during the day, she was gated either in the kitchen or bathroom with a large tray with newspaper. She did her business on the tray until I came home.
Charlie is just the opposite, he has a secure backyard but loves the morning and evening walk. So, we set out for a 20 minute walk which includes sniffing, peeing and poop. During the day he wears a bellyband, pees a tiny bit and waits until I am back home for the evening walk to poop again.
Each Yorkie is so different and their tummies work on a separate schedules. The only time he will pee/poopy on the cement is when I am in a city without grass; this is very confusing to him also.
If she is in a X-pen, then there seems like there should be enough room for her to eliminate during the day. I don't think most pups are able go longer than a few hours without using the potty (I can't).
Good luck and it sounds like she is deciding when it is the right time to go. |