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Originally Posted by Marilize  Ok, firstly I am glad that things are looking up for you and your little boy. Secondly, you have to remember that it is going to take time. You have to be patient with him, never touch him in anger, keep your voice to that cute tone that dogs love and treat him for doing something right.
Some babies are super sensitive and I know that it takes time for YOU to get used to that. I have a puppy now and although I get a bit discouraged sometimes with her potty training (she peed on my bed last night  ), I decided to not get angry or frustrated.
Puppies are puppies and they don't have a lot of bladder and bowel control. He doesn't do it to upset you or because he doesn't love you, he is simply a puppy, honey.
It took me two years to potty train Cash and even now he sometimes has accidents (Funny thing is I made washable potty pads for June and now Cash uses them all the time (he used to use my bathroom rug). I am hoping that little June will see what he does (he gets treats after he uses them) and mimic him.
I understand that you are frustrated with him (I absolutely understand because I used to get soooo angry with Cash), but you need to prove to him that spending time with you is equal to having fun.
Sorry for the long post, but my last comment is that quick movement and harsh tones will make him fear you. Remember that he is a puppy (repeat this to yourself) and that he WILL get better with time.
Ps. You are both going to get much better with the clicker training! Best of luck. |
I'm laughing...I don't mind the long post at all!!!! You could write a book and I would read every word!
I am definitely trying to avoid the fast movements...I'm just stuck with him and the potty-ing...He is usually very good and either holds it til I take him out or goes on the pee pad. Lately, though, he holds it for extrordinary amounts of time and will just not go for a long long time if he gets scared. I guess I'm confused about whether to just let him go wherever or risk him getting scared but going in the right place. I actually wasn't mad at him tonight, and I think he realized that because he recovered pretty fast.
You are definitely a God send friend...
PS...I'm thinking good things will happen for June...I absolutely believe older dogs are the best teachers...
