We Tried The Pads. They Were A Toy. We Tried The Litter He Was Berzerk. We PUT PAPER IN THERE AND HE IS A SAINT. i even take the box when we go to friends etc. he goes in it everytime so far. we kept him very restricted as far as space unless we were observing him constantly in the beginning. now at 6 months i really think he gets it. i am so happy!!! try it it's worth it. good luck. michelle