Puppy Dog Potty Training – 9 Housebreaking Tips

So you have a new puppy dog. What better companion for you and your family

Now comes the fun part…POTTY TRAINING/HOUSEBREAKING You could let your puppy dog do his own thing, but that’s not a very good idea. If you want to keep your home clean and smelling good it is time to get to work. Let’s talk about some good potty training techniques so you can remain friends with your puppy dog.

Hmmm, potty training/housebreaking on paper … Is this a good idea? A lot of people like the idea of potty training their puppy dog in the house on paper. It seems like the easiest way to go (no pun intended). Well, maybe it is, but there are drawbacks… Although it is probably the most common way, in my opinion, it is not the ideal way to train your puppy dog. First, there is the smell and who wants that in their home. The last thing your guests or friends want to do is smell the bad odor left behind by your precious puppy dog. Second, when you potty train your puppy dog on paper, it can be a confusing transition. From being able to potty in the comfort of his house to having to go outside. What’s that all about?

The Better Way to Potty Train Your Puppy Dog From experience, I have found a better approach to potty training your puppy dog… 1. Walk your puppy dog first thing in the morning, before anything else (even coffee). OK, you can take your coffee with you. Heading to the bathroom is your first priority in the morning and it is his too. 2. Take him out after he eats or drinks anything. Don’t wait for the accident to happen. 3. If you play with your puppy dog in the house, take him outside when playtime is over. Playing for him is like exercising for us. Makes you wanna go! Right? 4. Watch your puppy dogs behavior throughout the day (if possible). You will learn the body language associated with him needing to go potty. When you notice him sniffing around and circling, it usually means he is looking for a place to go. Pick him up and get him outside immediately. 5. Take him out every 30 minutes to an hour during the day. If he doesn’t need to go potty, at least he will have the opportunity and it will get him used to going out. If he does potty, praise him a lot. Puppy dogs are happiest when they know you are pleased with them. 6. You shouldn’t leave your puppy dog in the house alone. Remember, they are like kids. If unattended they may do worse than soiling your floors. Who wants to come home to a mess. 7. Consider getting a pen of some kind for the yard. There will be times when you will not be able to watch him closely. In a pen he will be safe and secure. Make sure he has toys to play with and don’t leave him out there very long. Puppy dogs get their feelings hurt easily and may think they are being punished. 8. Try to feed your puppy dog at least 2 hours before bedtime. This way he will have time to digest his food. Right before bedtime, walk him or let him out. It is also a good idea to confine him in a crate or pen overnight. This will prevent any accidents or mischief while you are sleeping. 9. Never, I repeat, never rub your puppy dog’s nose in it and definitely do not yell at him. This will just humiliate him. And,yes, they do get embarrassed. Just pick him up and take him outside. While he is outside, clean up the mess and use something that will take away the smell so he doesn’t return to the same place. After the Puppy Dog Potty Training What Next?