As the commercial here says "If you don't train them, don't blame them" I have had and breed many dogs. I usually kennel train them. Now I cover their kennels with pretyy quilts and they love their little homes. Potty training is the biggest problem. Take them out OFTEN, finger point at them if they have an accident, don't hit them. They will get the idea of when you are unhappy with them. But train, train, train, and you should be able to put down any carpet you want.