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Old 04-07-2007, 01:33 PM   #2
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I've never done this, but I've heard it discussed. Here's what I'd try. Hopefully others will offer more practical tips.

* Hang the bell over the doorknob low enough to where the dog could ring it.
* Every time you let him/her outside to do their business, ring the bell.
* Then follow the regular potty-training procedures: Praise, praise, praise and treat when they get it right.
* Keep it up every day. They should catch on in a couple weeks.
* When they do get it right, go nuts with praise and the best treat yet.

Good luck. I've heard from a number of people that it works well. One person I know did it successfully is FirstYorkie, but I haven't seen her around much lately. If you still have questions, you might PM her.
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