Okay with Lexie it was a lot easier because I got her younger so she was a fresh canvas to learn. I would put her in her crate while you can't watch her and when she's out with you watch for any signs of her wanting to go: walking in circles, sniffing, etc. and when she shows these signals pick her up and put her on the pad. Tell her to go potty and when she does praise like crazy and give her a small treat. If she doesn't go right away wait for a bit and if she still doesn't go put her in her crate for 10-15 minutes and then take her out and try again. This is how we trained Lexie and she's 95% now and she's only 6 months. Tucker is a different story because his first owner kept him cooped up in his crate and he had no choice but to go in there so we're still working with him. Good luck and feel free to pm me with any specific questions!
__________________ Kimberly  Lee, parents of Lexie  , Tucker , and Jordan  |