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Originally Posted by madisonsmum  Even you think 20 times a day seems too much, surely you see why I am reluctant to let him have free range?? I have a crawling baby, I cannot afford to miss a poop. |
Of course 20 times a day is too much. This was your original question and I believe it has been answered; yet, if you provide more information in your post(s) it seems reasonable to expect that people will respond to that as well. Please don't be offended, I don't think anyone means to be harsh.
I was thinking about your situation, and wondering this.....even once the frequency problem is solved, won't you still have a puppy who is not potty-trained? This will likely continue for months and months; it's just a fact with this breed of dog.
Of course you don't want your baby to get into the poopy mess. Therefore, you are going to need to separate your small dog and child for many moons to come, not only for the toilet training issue but also for the physical safety of the dog. I think we are all wondering how you will accomplish this short of keeping the puppy confined for the next......year...or two...etc?
I adopted a rescue Yorkie at 5 months of age when I had a 4 year old child; it was a challenge, and I was a full-time mom. So, I've been there.....
and I agree that a baby Yorkie is much like having a second baby. Just hoping you don't have one too many.
Best wishes.......