[Mom to Hot Rod]

I agree, keep her in a small area when you are not home or even if you need to be in another part of the house for awhile. As for pads, I wouldn't put them "around" in too many areas as she'll get used to them and still use the spot of pottying--ask me how I know this. lol

I would watch for her tell signs of when she needs to potty. Try playing with a pad closeby so when you see these signs, put her on the pad. Have a catch phrase that you use only for this purpose. As she is doing her business, use the catch phrase, then either treat and praise or just praise (whichever you decide).

The key is to find her tell signs, and place her on the pad and keep putting her on the pad if she tries to run off it. Once she learns the catch phrase you can use it to tell her what you expect of her.

Also, puppies usually will need to poop right after eating a big meal so watch for that and keep her near a pad so you can place her on it when she needs it.

Good luck and congrats on you addition.