One of the major concerns for owners of new puppies (and even sometimes adult dogs) is how long its going to take to house train their pet - and, perhaps more importantly how many "accidents" there are going to be along the way.
Well... it doesn't really have to be a huge drama, or a chore... and can actually work best if it can be a bit of fun for you and your pup.
Here are some basic tips to get you started...
* Remember that dogs are one of the easiest animals to train (even though it doesn't always seem like it)
* Be aware of your dogs behaviour - when your dog needs to "go", he may start doing circles, or sniff and scratch at the door. If you can be on the lookout for these behaviours, training your dog can be much easier.
* If you don't already have one installed, consider putting in a doggy door. Once your puppy learns how to use it, he wont have to come to you to let him out when the need arises.
* Routine is important - set up a regular routine of going for walks - ideally, morning and evening, and encourage your dog to "go" during the walk.
* Make sure that you praise you dog whenever he "goes" in the right place. Positive encouragement will help a great deal in the process of house training your dog.
* Mild punishment may also necessary when your pet has an accident. A few angry words should do the trick.
House training your dog is a process that all puppy owners need to go through... Some pups pick it up very easily, others take a bit longer, but ultimately, with a little patience and perseverance you and your dog will both succeed.
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Dog Potty Training - Toilet training your Puppy...
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OK, I am getting really sick of our American Bulldog. We got him back in April and he is now 6 months old. My problem is potty training and yes, it is a HUGE problem. I am pregnant, have a 6 year old, my husband is currently deployed to Iraq and this is just too stressful at the moment.
The dog knows exactly where he needs to go potty. His problem is that he won't show any signs of having to go. If I do NOT take him out every 2 hours on the dot, he will crap all over my floor.
Is it normal that this breed of dogs takes so long to train in this department? I have had dogs in the past and all were potty trained within 6-8 weeks and they all gave signals by scratching on the door.
The reason I know that this dog knows exactly where to go (even his designated area in the yard) is because on cool days when I leave the patio dorr open, he will go out by himself and potty in his designated corner. I do NOT have to take him out. However, on hot days when I have the air on, that's when I have my issues. And lately, when i take him out every 2 hours, I make him stay out there at least 15-20 minutes. He will end up peeing but not pooping. As soon as he gets in the house and I turn my back, he poops in the house!
Someone please tell me what to do with this dog because it is utterly frustrating and disgusting!
Thanks,
Sandra
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