Control Their Diet
One of the first things you need to do when potty training your puppy is to control their diet. You’ll want to feed them multiple small meals throughout the day instead of one or two large ones. This will help keep their digestive system regular and make it easier for them to “hold it” until they can get outside.
You should also avoid giving them food or water within an hour of bedtime so they don’t have to go potty in the middle of the night. Lastly, ensure you provide them with enough food and water during the day. Many puppies will “hold it” because they’re afraid they won’t get enough to eat if they go potty outside. Following these simple tips, you can help your puppy learn how to “hold it” until they can get to their designated potty spot.
Reward Them
If you scold a puppy for soiling your rug after the fact, it will make her think you’re crazy. Similarly, some older methods of punishment, like rubbing a dog’s nose in her feces, are so strange that it’s tough to understand how they originated or if they worked for anyone at any point.
Praising your puppy for doing the right thing is one of the best things you can do to encourage good behavior. Make them feel like a little canine genius every time they do something simple and natural, and be very enthusiastic in your praise—cheer, clap, throw cookies! Let her know that this accomplishment, not going to the moon, splitting the atom, or inventing coffee, has been more significant than any previous one.
If your dog has an accident, don’t make a big deal; simply clean up the mess. Before cleaning the rug, blot up any liquid on the carpet. The scent will be gone after you use a cleaner that eliminates odors, so your dog won’t want to go there again.
Housetraining is all about prevention! Picking up your dog and quickly bringing her outside if you notice her getting ready to urinate or defecate will help Catch the behavior early. If she does relieve herself outdoors, be sure to praise and give attention.
How Long Does It Take?
How long it takes to potty train a puppy depends on several factors, including the puppy’s age, breed, and temperament. Typically, puppies can be successfully potty trained within a few weeks to a few months. However, some puppies may take longer to teach, and accidents are always possible. The best way to potty train a puppy is to provide frequent opportunities to relieve him or herself outside. This means taking the puppy out frequently, especially after meals and naps. With patience and consistency, most puppies can be trained to use the toilet within a few months.
Give Your Puppy Some Potty Training Today Today!
Congratulations on deciding to potty train your puppy! It may seem like a lot of work, but if you follow these steps, it will be smooth sailing in no time. The first thing to do is choose the right method – crate or paper training. Once you have decided, be consistent with whichever method you choose. Puppies need to go outside frequently, so take them out every hour or so at first. Reward them with treats or praise when they go in the appropriate spot. Finally, be patient – it takes time for puppies to learn where they are supposed to go. If you are consistent and patient, your puppy will be potty trained in no time!
