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potty training a puppyDogs are really affectionate animals and respond really well when you praise them for a job well done.

You can use this to your advantage when you are house training your puppy and it will really help you to establish a bond with your puppy that will last a lifetime.


While some dog trainers will tell you to use treats to praise you puppy, I have found that just saying something like “good boy” in a very positive and upbeat tone is enough to let your puppy know that he or she has done a good job.


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How to potty train a puppy fast

When it comes to potty training your puppy, the faster you can get them potty trained the better. The good news is that you can potty train your puppy in as little as a week if you do it right. So let’s look at how to potty train a puppy fast so you can have your puppy potty trained in no time. continue reading…

Potty training a puppy in 7 days

potty training a puppy in 7 daysHaving a puppy around can be both a blessing and a curse. Sure they are cute and adorable, but they also will destroy your home if not properly trained.

One of the first things to teach your puppy is where to go to the bathroom, however this is often easier said than done since a young puppy can be a bit stubborn and may not want to do as you say. continue reading…

7 Tips to Remember When Potty Training a Puppy

Potty training a puppy is not just a spectator sport, you need to be involved with the training process every step of the way. Not only does being totally involved when training your puppy help to accelerate the learning process, but your dog will come to trust you more and more, so then when you go to teach him other things, like obedience training, you will already be one step ahead.

Here are seven tips I have found to be very useful when potty training a puppy. continue reading…

Potty Training Your Puppy Using the Direct Training Method

Potty training your puppy is simply the art of getting your puppy to go potty outside, or in another desirable place, and helping him learn when he has to go and more importantly where to go. There are several methods you can use to potty train your puppy, but the one I want to focus on today is the direct method of potty training. Basically the direct method is just getting your puppy to realize that going to the bathroom outside is desirable by using praise and treats. continue reading…

Potty Training a Puppy – The Importance of Routine

There is a lot to think about when you are potty training a puppy. One thing a lot of new dog owners don’t think about or do when they start potty training is setup a routine for their puppy.


Establishing a routine for your new puppy is very important and without it, potty training can take a lot longer than it should and will leave you feeling frustrated with your dog.


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Potty Training a Puppy – When Accidents Happen

Knowing when your puppy has to go to the bathroom is not always an easy task. Sometimes you will see them sniffing the floor looking for the perfect spot to go, other times they will just go without you even knowing. It all depends on how old your puppy is and a 6 month old puppy can hold it longer then a 1 month old puppy which is important to remember.


Usually if you see your puppy sniffing the floor, walking in circles or just starting at you, it may be time for him to go out. When I was training my puppy, she would always go to the same corner of the house and sniff the rug. When I saw her doing that I quickly rushed her outside. I prevented a lot of accidents this way. :lol:


When you are potty training a puppy it is very important that you watch your puppy for these signs that he may have to go out. While you may not be able to prevent every accident, by watching what your puppy is doing, you have a better chance at preventing at least a few of them.


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Potty Training a Puppy without Going Insane

So you have just taken your new puppy home, good for you! Many dog owners will tell you that owning a dog is one of the greatest things in the world and they are not exaggerating. Dogs are friendly, obedient, and want nothing more than to please you, their master, so it is no wonder many people acquire a dog. The only downside to all this is that you have to train your puppy to do all these things. continue reading…

Potty Training a Puppy – Dealing with Puppy Accidents

How you deal with accidents greatly determines how your puppy will be potty trained. For example, if you discover your puppy has gone to the bathroom on your rug inside, your first reaction may be to punish the puppy. continue reading…

Housebreaking a New Puppy

Getting a new puppy is very exciting, especially if it’s your first one. They are so cute at first with their little paws and little wet noses, but just because they are small and cute doesn’t mean you can’t start housebreaking them. Housebreaking a new puppy is not as hard as some people say, granted some breeds do take longer than others to train. The real problem is that a lot of new puppy owners, and even some seasoned ones, don’t know the proper way to housebreak a new puppy. Here are 3 tips to help you get started. continue reading…

Potty Training your Puppy Using a Crate

If you have had your puppy for any length of time, you know how important potty training your puppy is. You know what it’s like to come home and find that your puppy has yet again peed on your rug (or worse).


I used to have that problem with my puppy until my friend suggested I use a crate to help potty train my puppy. Until then I had always thought of crate training as evil and it was just a punishment for your puppy.


I have since learned the value of using a crate for potty training your puppy and honestly, I would never go back to traditional methods.


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You may not believe this, but you can actually train a puppy to go potty on command. Puppies are very smart and if you repeat a certain word over and over while they are reliving themselves, they will soon associate that word, such as “go potty” with going potty and will do it on command. continue reading…

When I first brought home my golden retriever puppy from an animal shelter, I had no idea what I was in for. They say that potty training a puppy is the first thing you should do, but I had no clue on how I should start. I stayed up all night that night doing research on the internet and reading dog training books to try and figure out what I was supposed to be doing. continue reading…

Signs Your Puppy Needs To Go Potty

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When it comes to getting a new puppy, potty training is often the last thing that you think about until you wake up one morning to find a “surprise” on your new rug. Learning how to potty train a puppy is one of the very first things you should learn so you can teach your puppy how to do it properly.


This article will help you get started by helping you understand what you should watch for when your puppy needs to go out, what to do if he doesn’t go potty right away, and how to reward your puppy when he does go it the right spot. So let’s look at how your puppy will behave when he’s got to go.


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Bringing home a new puppy is often a very exciting time for both you and the puppy. But when it comes to potty training a puppy, most people don’t really know the right way to go about it. This article will help you identify when your puppy needs to go out, what to do if they have an accident in the house, and how to set up a simple routine for you and your puppy to follow. continue reading…