I would definitely use the pee pads.
We just got our little Dobby last week, and he's already doing a great job with them.
We have one outside on the deck- where he usually goes, and one in the kitchen by his crate at night, so he can go potty on it while we're sleeping.
Dobby's pretty good at running to the door when he needs to go- or he starts getting squirmy and i'll just take him outside to use the pad.
Just make sure you take you dog to the pee pad about 30 minutes after he eats or drinks. That has really helped Dobby.
Hope you get yours soon! and good luck.
