Quotes from Bardi McLennan

It's up to the owner to make sure elimination actually happens. If [he doesn't eliminate right away], go back inside, crate the pup for five minutes or so, then take him out and try again.

Before you even bring your new puppy home for the first time, you should have decided where his potty spot will be. Before he goes inside to meet the family, he will need to "go" outside. As soon as you arrive home, take him to the designated spot.

When you set him down, keep the leash loose and, if possible, out of his mouth. This is not playtime. Stand with him, moving him back and forth in a small area; 15 square feet is the maximum. If he's showing you how well he can sit, running a few steps may inspire him to get up. But you're not going anywhere. This is not a walk; it's "go potty" time.

Another thing to avoid at all times — before, during and after this fear phase — is pulling back on your dog's leash when meeting friendly dogs or people. This common puppy-owner mistake will actually increase a puppy's fear or make him aggressive. He needs your upbeat voice telling him all's well in his world.