I'm in complete agreement with Kathy! I too start my pups leashed to my nightstand. I start with just enough leash so that they can get up, turn around, find a new position, etc., but not enough so that they can find a spot to pee. As I become more sure of them, the leash gets longer. Eventually I do away with the leash and allow them the freedom of the bedroom and adjoining bathroom. When they get past the mischief stage, I allow them the run of the house, although most choose to stay in or near the bedroom. I also use the leash if for some reason I want the pup to sleep on the bed. With the leash across my body I will easily awaken if the pup is trying to jump off the bed - no jumping allowed for youngsters! I've used these methods for years, and recommend them to puppy buyers as well. -- Susan **************Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod00030000000001) ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2007. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.showgsd.org ============================================================================