| Questioner: | lynn |
| Category: | Dog Training |
| Private: | No |
| Subject: | my puggle |
| Question: | i have a 8 month old puggle. i have had her since she was 14 weeks old. i starting training her on paper first because it was cold (winter).she did great. well now for the last 4 months i have been training her to go outside she does great. when i say go potty she does the problem is if we are inside she does not ever let me know she has to go out she just goes on the floor. i still have her fenced off in the kitchen b/c i don't want her to ruin everything. she is already neutered. help!!!!!! |
| Answer: | Hi Lynn, So, you're trying to perfect your puggle's potty? (Try saying that 10 times real fast -:). Ah, seriously don't despair. My first suggestion would be to not only train your puggle but to train her bladder. By this I mean to take your puggle to the potty at regular, dependable times. Also feed her at regular, dependable times. This will get her used to going on schedule. Secondly, watch her like a hawk until her potty habits are corrected. If you are watching her and she attempts to potty in the house, scream "NO" like you've been stabbed in the heart and rush your dog outside to her spot. In other words, let your dog clearly know that potty in the house is BAD and potty outside is EXCELLENT. She will make the choice that she prefers excellent to bad. Finally, be patient. All training is a series of peaks and valleys. Good Luck! |
