I believe it depends on your pup, you, and how easily you can get her outside often. Max would happily go out in any type of weather, even when he was a small puppy. If your puppy is willing, go for outdoors.
We chose to use pads and outdoors because we live in a woodsy area that is very dark at night. Our house and yard are not great for taking a little dog outside in the dark. Plus, it's easier for my 75 year old dad.
It is very possible to pad train and switch to outdoors later if you choose to do so.
I never dreamed that I would have a piddle pad in the house, but it works very well for us, humans and dogs.
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