Ok, so you've all been soooo helpful with helping me prepare to bring our new puppy home next week, now i was wondering what advice you all have for the best method for housetraining the puppy. Should we just establish a routine right away and train to go outside, like taking the puppy outside as soon as the puppy wakes, right after the puppy eats or drinks? Someone had mentioned puppy pads as one of the items to purchase but i wanted to hear from you all on your thoughts and expertise 