My puppy, Bella, is now 6 months old and I had posted this same question when she was about the same age as your pup. She got them all the time and everyone here assured me it was normal. In time they eventually stopped.

As for housebreaking your pup, repetition is the key. After waking up, eating and playing she will feel the need to go potty." Also any time that you see her begin to sniff a lot in one place get ready to scoop her up for a quick trip outdoors. Each time there is an accident a firm "No" will help to let her know you are not pleased. I used to say "No!....Outside!" It was much easier to work on bowel movements because Bella ALWAYS had to do one after meals so I knew exactly when to catch her with that. Lots and lots of praise in the yard when they are successful helps cement the idea. Good luck!!

[ July 25, 2001: Message edited by: Pam ]