Thanks for the support. I don't think your pups are dumb, but Samantha is nuts. She used to jump over my parents' couch FROM BEHIND and clear it, so I *know* she won't take to staying penned in the kitchen or extension (both with pergo flooring). LOL I don't think Lila could quite make it over right now but if she grows as fast as Samantha did, she'll be leaping over it very soon... unless add something on it that makes it taller than average.

I am 100% dedicated to making this work. I don't want to lose the dog. I know yesterday/last night was rough because it was new for everyone but I know it gets better... I just hope the ol' ball and chain is willing to stay the course too...