I never used the crate to potty train Drake. So, I am not very familiar with how to crate train. Our crate is used for travel only.

My mom is trying to potty train Ripley and has been having a heck of a time. She has been monitoring his food and water intake and taking him out every hour etc... He does his business outside but is always having accidents around the house.

I told her that I would inquire about crate training for her and have searched here on Pet Talk for threads, but have only gotten bits and pieces. Mom works and is out 8 hours a day. My brother is there now, so he can help while she is gone.

Some websites said he had to be crated only when she is home. Other sites said the opposite. I am totally confused and she is getting so discouraged. It has been 25 years since she last owned a dog.

Help us, please!

Ripley will be 5 months old on October 10th.