[maggiesmom_2007]

I do want to add a few things. By the time a litter at my house is getting pretty steady on their feet they have already started potty training 101. so that by the time 12 weeks rolls around all the new owner needs to do is put the pad down and put the gates up and have a potty party each time the pup goes where it's supposed to. If you reinforce good behavior the puppy no matter what breed will learn that if it wants treats or belly rubs or whatever it will do what you are asking of it. But always remember training is on going . Also by the time a pup leaves my house walking on a lead or harness, pottying, no bite, leave it, etc are already taught. Also alot of behavior issues are due to temperament problems in the parents. This is why alot of good breeders on here stress what needs to be done before anyone breeds. Mainly the testing but you also have to have the correct match . So it's not always just because of the people that are raising the pups it's also issues with the dogs being bred that the owners did not take the time to consider before breeding their dogs.