Don't feel overwhelmed...I have a 16 week old puppy and I do recommend crate training. He's been very easy with the potty training due to the crate. Also, it's very comforting for him. If we leave we put him in the crate with a blanket over it and he calms right down. If I leave the apartment to go get the mail and leave him out for 30 seconds....he's barking up a storm. I really suggest walking her so she's tired, then putting her in the crate so she associates that with calming down. ENJOY THE PUPPY