Young puppies do need to go out A LOT. It'll get better with training and- especially- time. They can't "hold it" at that age for very long at all. So don't crate for longer than she can currently handle, but feel free to crate relatively frequently, just don't isolate her for the whole day.
Raising a puppy is definitely hard. But with time, patience, consistency, love, and training, you can get through this stage.
I second the other reply in regards to (especially!!!)brain games, keeping training short, and crating when supervision isn't possible.
I also don't know what you mean in regards t the breed, as I've heard it used for English sheepdog mixes as will as GSD mixes. Either way, you have a high energy, but smart and trainable dog on you hands. Consider using toys and play for rewards, and be sure to give plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. (of course, not too much at this young age) Dogs like that can be terrors if not properly trained, entertained, and exercised, but can also be some of the best, most well-behaved, well-trained, fun and enjoyable dogs in the world- which is why they end up doing dog sports or other competitions (such as obedience or trick dog). It's all about harnessing that drive, intelligence, and energy instead of letting the dog use it how it wants to. Good luck, and congrats on the new addition to your household!
Raising a puppy is definitely hard. But with time, patience, consistency, love, and training, you can get through this stage.
I second the other reply in regards to (especially!!!)brain games, keeping training short, and crating when supervision isn't possible.
I also don't know what you mean in regards t the breed, as I've heard it used for English sheepdog mixes as will as GSD mixes. Either way, you have a high energy, but smart and trainable dog on you hands. Consider using toys and play for rewards, and be sure to give plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. (of course, not too much at this young age) Dogs like that can be terrors if not properly trained, entertained, and exercised, but can also be some of the best, most well-behaved, well-trained, fun and enjoyable dogs in the world- which is why they end up doing dog sports or other competitions (such as obedience or trick dog). It's all about harnessing that drive, intelligence, and energy instead of letting the dog use it how it wants to. Good luck, and congrats on the new addition to your household!
