I used the potty training spray for Amaya. I would spray it on the pad and take her there after she had a drink. I didnt have to use it much because she then learned that going on the pad (where the smell was) meant she gets a treat. I tried training her to go outside once it got warm but she wasnt having it. Going out after food or drinks was pure fun for her. She'd hold it until she got right back to her pad which I could deal with. She does still like to go elsewhere when I am not in the house. She is confined to a certain area but would prefer the rug over her pads. Some dogs just take longer than others.