I know where your coming from. It is hard and yes frustrating. Knowing this
should help. Your not the only one going threw this. Because your little one
is so young, another reason to leave a pup with it's breeder until 12wks,
just adds to the problem. It will take time. It's an infant and infant's have
no clue what you want from them. Buddy was 14wks when I got him.
I took a week off to be with him. I live on the second fl of a condo and
every 1/2 hr I was out. I lost 6lbs that week. LOL He came from a pet
store so he knew nothing about potting out doors. I went back to work
the following week and came home for another 6 wks on my lunch hour
to get him out. He was crated during this time. I also use a treat,
tiny piece of liverwurst, when he pottied outside. Only use, whatever
special treat you choose, this treat to potty outside. Something they
like to look forward to and may aid in holding it. Remember also that
a puppy can only hold it for 1hr for each month that it is. It's bladder
has to mature and as it does it means additional time for holding.
If your only potty training on the pad, praise the heck out of him
and treat with that special treat for being a good boy. Also, don't
give him free rein of the space unless your there. When he starts
to sniff or turn in circles pick him up and place him on the pad.
Be patient, not to around 1yr do they start to settle down some
and start to be the campagion you so want. It will happen it just
takes time and patience. It's not easy but when it's over it's just
so worth it. Hang in there and you'll see.
Good luck, |