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Originally Posted by alaskayorkie  First of all, stop whipping her. That only teaches her that going potty anywhere is bad. That's why she's not going when you're watching her outside. She's afraid she's going to get whipped. It will also teach her to hide from you when she has to go.
The secret is praise. Praise her when she gets it right, ignore her when she gets it wrong. If she goes in the house, give her a quick "no" and then carry her outside to where you want her to go. Don't be angry. Just show her the right way to go.
If she's not going outside, take her on a long walk a half hour after feeding her. As soon as she goes, praise, praise and treat, treat, treat. Let her know that she did it right.
Don't feel bad about starting out the wrong way. A lot of us were taught as kids to rub their nose in it and give them a spanking. That couldn't be more wrong. It humiliates them and causes them to want to hide.
You've taken the right first step coming her. Good luck! |
Great reply Alaska!
To original poster, it really is a game of patience, understanding, and repetitiveness. Always always praise when your pup has done the right thing. If she potties in the wrong place and you catch her IN THE ACT, just say a stern "NO" or make a noise like "AAkk" (it works), then take her to her intended potty spot, give a potty command and if she does it, PRAISE, treat, reward, dance, laugh, smile, sing. Whatever it takes. She WANTS to make you happy, not be scared of you. All of the advise given here is great, I hope you come back and give us updates on how your little one is doing.
