If you are gone 5 hours or more without letting her out to potty, I think gating in a larger area is what you should try. That is too long for a puppy to be locked in such a small area, especially if you're gettng ready to get her an even smaller size kennel. I gated mine in the kitchen, kept a couple of pads in there, some toys, a bed & blanket and little food & water. She still potty trained with no problem.
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