I actually train mine to do both. I prefer them to go outside but want another way to relieve their tiny bladders if I am gone for a while. Some think it confuses them, and maybe so. Might be why it takes me a little longer to train. Still working on Annie and she is a little over 5 months old. But Ben & Candy both use either method just fine so I feel like I will get there with Annie too. Wish it had not turned cold so soon though. She was making such great headway but hates the cold and I don't think she is trying to do anythign outside unless it is midday and not as cold as morning or evening.
It is so natural for them to go outside, I don't think you will have a problem adding that method. Since she is already used to using the pad, she will probably continue that when she is not taken out. |