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Originally Posted by AmeliaBadelia  It seems that most of the posts in this area are in regards to potty training. Instead of answering every single one, I'm just going to start a new thread. Hopefully it'll help someone.
The key is confinement when you can't watch them & consistency. Like, clockwork consistency. Setting yourself an alarm if you need to. Buy the book "How to housebreak your dog in 7 days by Shirlee Kalstone." This book worked miracles for us.
If you can't afford to buy the book, a Vet has made a .pdf file of the schedule from this book that you should follow. The key is to tweak it to fit your dog's schedule once you figure out their body's natural rhythm. Then, STICK to it. This has worked wonders for us. Please look this over if you're having potty training issues. It's very highly rated & even recommended by trainers. If you can, definitely buy the book. It's only a couple of bucks and it's packed with good information. It's also a very quick read. 
Hope this helps & good luck!! |
Hi Catherine
I also wanted to share the concept of an indoor dog toilet with your great article. I am a physician, and I work 9 hours a day. When I am work, my dog has learned to use the
Piddle Place Home Page - Piddle Place When I get home I take her for a walk. I am new to this forum, but see so many questions on this topic, and as a physician I don't understand why a dog should not allowed the same comfort that I enjoy. Being able to relieve myself when I need to. Gone are the days messy puppy pads, and the stink and odor. As we rethink some basic freedoms for our pets, I think this should be a priority for any dog that stays inside while we are at work. Remember, housebreaking issues are the number one reason people abandon their dogs.
David