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Originally Posted by ziggy925  Here's what I've been told: Small dogs are hard to housebreak because they are so small. Even a small apartment is so big to a Yorkie they can just run to the other side of the room and to them it's a whole nother part of the house, which makes it a perfect place for a bathroom. Also, dogs do not pee and poop out of anger towards you. Finally, scolding a dog after the fact doesn't work. After about 10 seconds the dog has no idea what you are scolding him for.
I would put down some pee pads, like I do for Ruger, and he does find them when he has to go. We still have a few accidents now and then, but I think that's part of owning a dog. |
I agree completely!! Ask any reputable trainer or breeder and they will tell you the same thing! The idea is to keep them confined to an area that is easily cleaned and keep them on a schedule. If this baby was adopted at an older age she is probably still traumatized and wondering if you truly are her furever parents! Love, patience, consistency and schedule. We NEVER scold Teddi. After all it is only carpet or bedding or flooring or the couch. These are things. Teddi is our family. Things can be replaced and cleaned ~ Teddi can't. We just say in a kind voice "That's ok honey." and move on. He's been with us four months and he is already asking to go out to potty.
Hope this helps. Good luck with your precious little one! ♥
ps ~ Remember too that each pup is different and to try different solutions. These sensitive little guys really don't do things out of anger...just fear or anxiety sometimes. ♥