How old is he? He looks so tiny; although Yorkies are smart it takes time for the muscles to develop for full bladder control. I like the pee pad training as well. It's easier too, especially if your not going to be around every hour or so to let him out of his cage. Don't feel like you have to use one or another method, I used several, crate for overnight (taking him out every couple of hours and set him on a pee pad). During the day he was in a playpen with a pee pad. I would take him outside first thing in the morning and praised him for peeing, and several times during the day and last thing before bedtime. I think having an older dog to show him by example will help too. Good Luck and welcome to Yorkietalk. He is so adorable, and I love his name Dolce. |