I think you are just now beginning to understand some of the frustration and challenges which arise as a result of working full time and having a puppy.
I think it would be wise to give the puppy some more time and compassion. As someone above mentioned, a lot of dogs do not become fully housetrained until they are at least a year old and some argue that Yorkies never train at all (although, this has never been my experience).
Perhaps the schedule you have arranged for your puppys training needs amended in addition to your expectations?
8 wks is very tiny and really, although the basic concept of training can be implemented at this age, focusing on bonding with the puppy should also be a priority.
I found that bonding was lacking with my puppy, due to my working, which I have just started to make up for a year into his life. He was housetrained in 2 weeks as a puppy but socialization etc has been an issue.
More time with him, whether it be from you or someone you elect to act on your behalf whilst you're out, will be immensely beneficial for this puppy, I think? |