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Originally Posted by alamm303  Hi Guys,
I am planning to potty train my puppy to go outside but I live in an apartment building so I don't have a private backyard. Since she won't have all her shots until she's 4 months, should I not take her outside and just train her to potty indoors?
I feel it is important for a puppy to go outside but I don't want to risk her health either. |
I saw your question, and wanted to comment here. Is your place to walk your dog in an area where other dogs urinate? Maybe you can use your balcony until she is older and has her shots. I talk to hundreds of people that set up something on their balcony.
Also, these days, so many dogs have both indoor and outdoor bathrooms. Some dogs with little bladders get infections and kidney stones from having to hold their urine. This article from holistic healthy pets also has some great recipes : )
If you are away extended hours, or live in a place with bad winters, you may want to consider allowing her both options. Even puppy pads are better then your carpet!
Holistic Pets on Indoor Dog Toilets
What have you been doing?