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Originally Posted by Zhumy  I dont know if anyone else has this problem but, I didnt have time to potty train my yorky when he was younger, because I go to med school and didn't have the time. The thing is hes 2 yrs old now, and I bought the wee pads, and I was thinking of doing the usual scream at him when i see it and redirect him to the pad. the issue is i started thinking and I can't remember th elast time I actually CAUGHT him doing his business...it seems that he has a bit of a shy issue and slips off unnoticed into vacant rooms or corners of my loft to poop, so how on EARTH am I suppose to train him now????? I can't keep him locked up like he was a puppy, i feel it would be unfair. At least he knows never to do it on the bed where he sleeps...any hope? |
It sounds like he may require more attention. One of the tips on here that I got that is working well is restricting his movement. I've kept him on a leash unless I'm actively playing with him. That way he can't sneak off. I haven't had a mistake since except for the one time that his movement wasn't restricted. I think the treats that he's gotten for going outside have helped too. He gets a treat every time for doing what he's suppose to.
Also, I found out we weren't taking him out often enough. It's easier to let a dog out when you have a back yard, but for your loft don't forget to take him out a minimum of every 3 hours. You don't want your dog in pain.
Listen to the tips these people give you - they work.