Mine are both trained to use a fake grass mat with a potty pad underneath. If one of them had an accident I started wiping a little on the grass mat and letting them sniff the area. I also confined them in the area where the mat was when I couldn't watch them and didn't let them out. When I would catch them using the potty pad, alot of praise and treats. I gradually expanded the area where they could roam around and eventually they have the entire house without accident. It takes a long time to do it right so be patient.
I know what you mean about the cold, snowy winters and using the potty pad has it's advantages during rain, sleet and snow. I see my neighbor's little dog outside in thunderstorms, blizzards and sleet storms and am glad mine don't have to go outside to do their business.
I'm sure others will come on with more ideas to try.
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