Hi, I'm from AZ too, and know this is an exciting time for you. We did both with Joey, I would taking him outside first thing in the morning, after breakfast, last thing at night and several other times, but I kept him in a pen with a pad. I like having the option to use both methods. This is one of the advantages of having a small dog. Some people think it's confusing for them, but yorkies are pretty smart. I actually think dogs prefer going outside, but in the middle of the night a pee pad is so convenient. I love the name Mika, from what I've read you get a better estimate at 12 weeks, but that's just an estimate too. Welcome to Yorkietalk! |