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Old 03-18-2009, 06:19 PM   #4
wemple2
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My only piece of advise is to immediately put your new baby down where you want her to potty, either outside or on a pee pad. Do not let her paws touch your floors before she goes potty in the proper place...be patient, it may take her awhile, but she will eventually go potty...then let her know how happy you are that she did what she did!!!
They really learn by association ,praise and of course treats! Soon she will want to potty in the right place to get that same reaction from you. IF, she does have an accident, ignore her...clean it up well, but give her no attention for it. Positive reinforcement. Seriously, this works, Winston was fully trained to potty outside at 8 weeks old...the day we brought him home.
Another thing, do wrap your electrical cords with coil tubing...to prevent her from chewing them.
If you have ever put down mouse or rat poison...be sure to get rid of it and clean the area well. Puppies can and will get into small places.
Be extra careful walking when your puppy is under foot...learn to do the Yorkie shuffle, walking without actually picking up your feet.
Be careful with recliners...make sure you know where she is before putting the foot stool down.
Last but not least...have FUN, enjoy your new baby...take lots of pictures, they grow and change so fast.
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