Have faith Bentleys Mommie.........we have all been in your shoes. When Macy was a puppy and my hands were becomming raw meat, I sprayed some bitter apple on my hands and feet and let her bite me. After 3 times of getting a taste of bitter apple, she stopped and never tried again.
As for the potty pad training.....it took Macy until she was a year old to use her potty pad consistently. Hang in there, be consistent with the reward immediately after using the potty pad. Ignore and just clean up the mess if you don't catch him in the act. I'm sure more knowledgeable people will post with more ideas.
Just don't give up and don't lose hope!!! When they finally connect that they are supposed to use the potty pad instead of your floor it will be an awesome feeling for both you and Bentley.
__________________  Karen, mama to Macy and Molly  It is easier to fool people than to convince them they have been fooled. (Mark Twain) |