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Honestly this is why I do not like bell alerts. It trains people, not dogs. Your sweet Teddy understands Ring the Bell, means I get to go outside. He does not understand Ring the Bell and go out to Potty. Couple of things that will make a difference.
1. Do not use a flexi leash. (too much freedom to sniff and explore) Take him on a regular cloth leash hooked to his harness. Go directly to the spot you picked, his pre- chosen potty spot every time.
2. Give him his word cue 'GO Potty' or what ever you say. Give him 2 or 3 minuets tops.
3. If he goes potty, reward with praise and a tiny special treat. If he doesn't go potty. No treat, no exploring, sniffing or playing go straight back in.
4. Soon he will know going potty gets the reward, ringing the bell only means a quick potty trip.
Hope this helps. HAPPY NEW YEAR !
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