Potty Training For Your Puppy
Apr 10th, 2008 by Dog Man
Potty Training For Your Puppy
Many owners take potty training a puppy as the most important thing to teach the little guy, so that there are no problems around the house. What most people don’t know is that there are various differences between breeds, some being easier to train than others. So, if you haven’t made up your mind yet about which breed to choose, this aspect really needs to be taken into consideration. The place where you get your puppy should be able to help you with that.
Many people who have brought a very young puppy to their homes know what great moments the family can cherish with such a pet. But, in order for everything to be really perfect, you may need to learn a few things. First of all, we need to mention that potty training for your puppy proves completely effective around six months of age. With very young dogs, you cannot expect control over bladder and bowels. Therefore the first tip to learn is to keep it off carpets and in a special enclosed area.
The best idea in potty training your puppy is to teach him to let you know when it’s got an urge. Start by taking it on a leash to the corner you’ve prepared for it; do this after every meal, and you’ll drastically reduce the risk of ‘accidents’ on your floor. After it potties, play with it for a while or offer it a reward so that the pup may grow up with a clear idea of what pleases you or not. Another tip to use is to try and feed it on dry dog food as this gives consistency to the stool.
What about the water you give it? It may prove a little difficult since young dogs need lots of liquid for their growing process so leave a bowl with fresh water all day long for it to drink but remove it at least two hours before bedtime. This will allow you the chance of training your puppy to potty more efficiently and also saves you the risk of nasty accidents over night.
Make sure the spot where it potties is clean all the time, as dogs are very clean animals and they truly want to stay that way. Taking the puppy out should be the first thing you do in the morning and the last one in the evening.
All the family members should be involved in potty training for your puppy, since no one can stay all day long around the house, making sure the puppy potties in the right place. Be patient with your pet as it may be quite challenging, and remember that the dog’s breed could have a bearing in how receptive it is to training.
Of course, if you don’t want to bother with potty training for your puppy, then you can buy an older dog that has already been potty trained. Or there is always the option of adopting an adult pet from the many rescue centers. These are noble ideas because we should not forget about older dogs, especially the ones in the rescue centers.
Two of my dogs were puppies when I got them and it was an absolute joy to be involved in their upbringing and training. But I will say this: you will miss the joy of watching your puppy grow up right before your eyes if you go with these other options.
Potty Training For Your Puppy
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