[Elbow]

Thank you everyone for such great advice. I think there are so many reasons why she's not getting this potty training thing...it could be the age, it could be because she was from a pet store and they pooped where they slept....it could be because we are not home every couple of hours to let her out...it could be because we are in a condo and by the time we get her leashed up and ready to go downstairs to poop, it's done and over with...and it could be because she's just a puppy! =( As frustrating as this is, I understand the undertaking, however, I didn't realize how difficult it would really be. The crate she has is very very small. It just about fits her...that's it. She still goes inside and gets poop ALL over her.....it's like gel in her hair! It's crazy! I don't think she has a fear at all of poo. At least not her poo!

We have praised her when she goes outside or when she goes on the training pad...but it's few and far between!

My husband and I have to go to Vancouver in two weeks, and Elbow will be left with my mother in law who has 2 dogs. Do you think this will help her get potty trained if she sees other dogs doing it? What are my chances of coming back to a complete potty trained angel? =) Am I'm hoping for too much?

I appreciate all your messages and words of hope and wisdom....I will just keep at it and try not to go completely nutty (although my husband already thinks I'm there! =)

How long does it usually take to house train a Yorkie? When should I start worrying? After a year old, should I expect a dog that pretty much poos and pees outside or on the training pad?