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					Originally Posted by  NAUTILUS1900     Hi Tammy     
You have to be patient. House braking isn't easy. 
It's a good thing to have your puppy in a small space confined at first and introduce  him to your house gradually.  
The odor of the carpets won't go away as far as your dog is concerned. You won't smell it but your dog will.  
Don't get angry and frustrated in front of your dog and don't clean the mess in front of the dog. He will think that he should do it again just to see you clean.  
You have to observe him and take him where he should do his job when you see that he sniffs after he eats and drinks water and wait there with him until he is relieved. Then praise him. 
If you see him do it where he shouldn't you should say NO in a firm tone but not shout.  
You must always be calm and confident, in order to gain his trust.   
And again be very patient and you will be rewarded   
Maria   |  
 
  Thank you Maria.  I needed this reminder.  I am a bit stressed out by my 7 month old.