Haha! Brit you're such a rebel!
I don't see what the big deal is about waiting. Maybe it has something to do with not ever owning a puppy. Having a puppy stay inside only until 16 weeks doesn't sound like such a big deal. It's 4 months, 3 of which they spend at the breeder's anyway, and then you have a month to really bond with them. You can spend 4 weeks getting them use to harnesses, collars, dragging the leash behind, or basic obedience. I do understand some people do not like the idea of pad training. I was one of them! Pad training has come in handy. The dog potty areas at airports are so tiny and too noisy for my scaredy cat. A pad in the restroom is a good alternative.
