Wednesday, October 6, 2010

End Potty Training Nightmares With Your Dog

By Matt Springer

Do you find yourself repeating this phrase over and over again-'potty outside, potty outside'? Well if you do, you are definitely on the right track to potty train your dog. There are do's and don'ts for training your dog. Success comes with a positive approach and consistency. You and your dog will be happier once you both have these steps mastered.

Potty training starts the day you bring your new bundle of loving fur home. As you begin your potty training routine remember these DON'T's

Don't rub its nose on the poop.

Don't yell at your dog.

Don't yell at your dog.

Don't rub its nose on the poop.

Treat your dog with kindness and love and your relationship with your dog will flourish.

Here's what you Do want to DO.

Do make sure he doesn't have any health problems. Have your vet check over your new puppy before you bring him home.

Do use positive reinforcement.

Do feed him on a regular schedule.

Do withhold water for 2-4 hours before he goes to sleep.

Do just prior to bedtime; take him to his potty place.

Do just prior to bed, take him to potty place.

Training your dog to go potty is much easier when you use a positive approach. Be sure to praise him when he does the right thing or goes potty. Use a high pitched voice like you were talking to a baby, what a good boy. Give him a good rub, pet him, give him a treat whatever seems like a positive reward to you and your dog. He will be most loyal and respond in kind and you'll feel good being positive.

Patience and consistency are important in potty training your dog. Your approval is your dogs main goal. You can help this process by feeding him at the same time each day. And then go outside to his potty place. Puppies always need to potty after they wake up, after play and after meals. Give your dog plenty of time to do his 'business'. Looking for the perfect spot to go can take some time. Always remember to praise him for his success.

Next time you get ready to potty train your dog, remember to be consistent, use a positive approach and Do have a good time with your dog. Remember that loyalty and companionship with your dog begins and ends with you. Your commitment to a positive potty training goes a long way to having this great relationship.

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