Newf is almost 8 months old, he has never lifted his leg. He still squats. He was neutered at 6 months old. He humped before the neutering and now after, but it is only one toy in particular. So, now the toy has the name of LOVER. But, it doesn't happen that often. As for the training, it was a breeze. The breeder was paper training before we got him. So, now he will do his business on his pee pee pad if we are not home . He will also go outside too when we are home. I've already decided that my next baby will be a boy as well. Good luck to you in whatever sex you decide.