Potty training has always been one of the biggest problems that any dog owner will face. It’s really vital that we teach our dogs the proper place to do their business because, let’s face it, I don’t think any dog owner would like to step on the little gifts that their pets may leave behind.
So, today let me give you some tips to guide you in this process.
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POTTY TRAINING TIPS
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It is always good NOT to get a puppy before the age of 8-10 weeks. Puppies raised with a litter are usually taught by their mother to go potty away from their bed. Dogs, by nature, keep their sleeping area clean. Potty training does not go by how old the puppy is, but by how mature it is. Larger dogs take longer to mature than a smaller dog. Keep that in mind when you are training. One pup may grasp the idea of potty training quicker than another.
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TAKING YOUR PUPPY OUTSIDE
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You’ll have to take your puppy outside when:
* they wake up from a nap.
* after they play for 10-15 minutes.
* after they eat.
* when you notice them looking around.
When it is time to take your puppy outside to go potty, go outside with them. This is very important! If you don’t go outside with your puppy, how will you know your puppy went potty and didn’t just play in the yard? Take your puppy to the same spot each time. Your puppy at 8 weeks has a very small bladder and bowel. You will fill that you are taking your puppy outside a lot. By taking them out frequently, you are allowing your puppy to learn quickly.
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PUPPY ACCIDENTS
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As your puppy goes potty, praise them and give them a treat or play for a short time afterward. Soon they will associate the praise, treat and play with going potty. To prevent mistakes, closely supervise your puppy. It’s your responsibility to make sure that the puppy gets outside to go potty. Young puppies will eventually have an “accident”. Don’t punish or scold your pup or rub his nose in “it”.
Much to popular belief, rubbing their nose in their urine or fecal matter does nothing to help the puppy. This may just help him to understand that he should not go potty in front of you. Instead, very calmly, take your puppy out to the designated potty spot.
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CLEAN SOILED AREA
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Clean up the soiled area well with a cleaner that removes the odor. If a smell lingers, he may try relieving himself there again. If you praise your puppy when he does go potty outside, soon he will associate praise and reward for going potty outside.
Also, NEVER forget that you’re still dealing with a puppy, which means you have to be extremely patient and consistent in teaching him the right procedures for this process. Remember that no matter how great a tip is without the proper motivation, patience and consistency it will just go to waste.
Don’t worry; going through this process and finally succeeding really gives you that feeling of achievement and pride. So, just hang in there. : )
