We make sure our boys go out for potty immediately upon waking giving them ample time to go , I stay outside with them while are outside . I find owners who just let them out and stay inside lose aspects they may need to know that can be related to bowel movements and or animal encounters ….toys and treats are peppered in for a few hours along with exercise and a good amount of conversation (yes I talk to my dogs)…we add boiled white meat chicken to our boys dinner and we use eukanuba dry food sometimes adding some broth and shredded cheddar cheese ….a nap or two in between if I can I’ll give a tub to a different dog each night …one final walk and the night comes to a close