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Originally Posted by SookiesMom  Hi all my name is Holly and I just got my 1st baby yorkie. I have always wanted one so a dream come true. So I am looking into her crate/exercise pen/soft carrier ... there are so many options I dont want to make a mistake. Can anyone give me their opinion on what is best for the yorkie. I am home most of the time since I am a work from home mom. I was using piddle pads but my vet was telling most of the little dogs that have housebreaking problems are because they use or have used those pads-so I am going with outside potty time. Just not sure what would be best to own to start with... a tiny wire crate, a soft crate that I can carry around easliy, or one of those new soft sided excersize pens that just pop up which means I can take it around with me. Any suggestions would be great!! I am going crazy trying to decide. I want them all so it really comes down to ease of using. I was also wondering if a small carrier would be enough space for her then I would get two - one for upstairs and one for downstairs. Great to find this website!!! |
I've never had a problem transitioning my dogs from potty pads to outside. The beauty of potty pads is that if you travel with your dogs you can lay down a pad anywhere and they'll go.
In answer to your question. I use all of the above. A large crate for them to sleep in, an x-pen when I'm unable to give them full attention, with a small crate in the x-pen where they can retreat to. Soft crages are great for travel.