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Originally Posted by Foster2Owner  Thanks Maximo! If I get a boy I would only use the belly band when carrying him around as we run errands.  And in the case that I were to visit another person's home. I'm still trying to understand, is a diaper and the belly band both used? As in, does the diaper itself not work to cover the pee of a male?
(Sorry, I know this may have an obvious answer that I'm missing). 
Thank you especially for sharing the bonding experience. I started reading online (somewhere randomly yesterday) about how the attachments to the opposite sex is routine. I live at home but my bff is a male who visits often and he loves Yorkies (and "jokes") that if I get one who loves him more it is only fair to give the Yorkie the home it wants. I will be the sole "master" but he has offered to help me with training so I might be fearing something silly. |
In terms of bonding, just be natural and loving and your pup will bond with you. Also, give your pup freedom. Sometimes people post that they are upset or hurt that their dogs won't cuddle or do things on their terms. Dogs are like humans -- you can't force them to love you or shower you with affection. You have to earn it through taking care of them (meals, playtime, walks, etc) and letting them show affection on their terms.
You do not need diapers. Puppies need a lot of supervision during the potty training stage. That means limiting their roaming area to where you can watch them, and giving them ample opportunity to potty in the correct place. When you can't supervise closely, use an xpen or babygates in a smallish room. When you visit another home, you should keep your puppy in your sight for many reasons, safety included.
I blogged some potty training tips:
Potty Training Small Dogs - Dog Life and Style