[cbrownfish]

The pee pads I dont like, only becasue I dont know how to make them go on it......lol
I would tell you that you should take him outside every 2 to 3 hours. Make sure that you take him out when he gets up from naps, or just got a drink.
Kind of like a baby. The play thing is all up to the puppy. I have one that loves to paly with other dogs and then one that will paly with people.
I have two kids that love to paly with the puppies, so that is something to think about. Do you have toys that he will play with??
If not then find one that is right one. Some like the ones that make a "sweek" sound and some dont like them as much.
Now if you are going to take on the responsibility of this dog and have others in the house that will not. Then the dog might be a mommys baby, and not like or do the same with them as the puppy will do with you.

I hope that this helps!!!!!!!!
If you need more info then I am sure that someone will help you out.