Potty Training Tips for Puppies

Sunday, May 24th, 2009 at 8:35 am

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by Cheryl L. True

Getting a puppy is an exciting time. The new pet is cute, playful and so much fun. However, when it comes to potty training, puppies can be a problem.

Most pet owners know that which is why they dread this animal. Admittedly, it can be difficult, especially if you don't know where to begin. To help you, here are some things you need to know.

Make a schedule - the most important thing to do when potty training puppies is to set a schedule and stick to it. If you keep track of when your puppy eats, drinks and plays, you'll have a good idea when to take it out to answer the call of nature.

Dogs are creatures of habit so the more regimented the schedule and the more you stick to it, the easier it will be for your puppy to learn the ropes. As a rule, take your puppy out immediately after eating, playing or sleeping. That's when it will most likely do its business.

As you get this routine established, you'll minimize the risk of accidents and increase your puppy's confidence. Soon it will be able to go on its own even before you take it out.

How often does your puppy need to go out? As previously mentioned, take your puppy out immediately after eating, sleeping and playing. Your puppy may also have to go out between those times - at least every hour and a half. This is because it has a small bladder and can't hold much.

A simple rule to follow is to take your puppy's age in months and add it by one to get an idea how often you need to take it out. For example, if your puppy is two months old, add 1 and you get 3. That means you need take your pet out at least every three hours.

Establish a routine for going outside - another very important part of potty training puppies is the routine you establish when you go outside. The first thing to do is to designate a "potty" area you want your dog to use.

Accidents happen - no matter how diligent you are in training your puppy, accidents happen since your puppy is still learning. If you catch it in the act, clap your hands or sharply say "no" to distract your pet. Immediately take it out to the "potty area", let him do his business and praise it afterwards. This will make your pet remember that this is the area that it can use.

Again, dogs are creatures of habit so they'll learn faster if they use the same area always. Take your puppy to the same spot and don't leave it to find the area.

Potty training puppies isn't difficult if you keep these principles in mind. Routines are important to your puppy's success. It will also make your life easier since you'll know when your dog needs to go out.

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About the Author:

Cheryl L. True is a Manila-based freelance writer who writes on a variety of topics.