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April 21, 2009 | Filed Under: Dog Training

by Help Your Pets

A puppy can be a great joy to a household. While kisses and cuddles are the high points, I think it’s safe to say that cleaning up after a puppy can be considered one of the lowest points. During these formative years for your puppy, you’ll probably want to start the potty training lesson as soon as you deem your puppy ready.

The most important thing you can do for your pup at this time is to establish a steady routine. Without the adaptation of a routine to daily life, a puppy can become confused and may develop anxiety issues later in life. Begin by setting certain times in which you feed him, take him to potty, and sleep. Try to stick to the same general time every day.

Although some people are adverse to the idea, others find that keeping a pallet of newspaper near an exit (one your puppy will soon associate with the outdoors). Although we do our best, we don’t always pay attention or are in a position to let our dog outside-especially at nighttime. This is a positive alternative for your puppy to use until he develops better bladder control.

Understand that a puppy’s system is like clockwork. When you feed or water him, he will be ready to potty about 15 – 20 minutes later. The key is to make sure your pup has access to the yard (or wherever you’re teaching him to potty) when the time comes. Arranging your puppy’s routine to match your own is the easiest way to expect when he’s hungry or needs to potty.

Be sure that you separate “potty time” from “play time.” Puppies love to explore. It’s natural and should be encouraged, but only when it’s the appropriate time. Nothing is more frustrating than to be up at 2 am with your little guy running around the yard for twenty minutes, only to potty as soon as you get back inside.

This period in your puppy’s life is a great one to start administering praise and discipline techniques. Many people prefer “good boy/girl” and “no,” which can be still be used when your dog is older. Although puppies need a lot of repetition, routine, and firmness, remember that your puppy will soon grow up, so enjoy his puppyhood while you can!

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