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Tips for Potting Training Your New Puppyby: Darrin Swain
One of the most important things to do whenever you get a new puppy is to get him potty trained. The tried and true method of lining the floors with old newspapers still works. However, you also have the option of teaching your little guy how to go outside right from the start.
First, you'll need to get your hands on a crate for your dog. This will serve as a temporary home until his training proves successful. Your dog's natural instincts to avoid eliminating where he sleeps will help you keep your floors clean.
When you buy a crate for puppy training, make sure it's size appropriate. If it's too large, then he may be tempted to use the bathroom in a secluded area. If you want to buy a larger one for your dog to grow into, then section it off appropriately while he's still small.
Even if you're apprehensive about getting your floors messy, you still can't keep your puppy confined to the crate forever. Puppies need plenty of time for free play to expend all of their energy. After your puppy has used the bathroom, whether inside or outside, is a good time to let him out for play. There will be little chance of him going again, at least for a little while.
While potty training a puppy and allowing him to play freely, you'll need to supervise him closely to avoid accidents. If you're paying attention, then you'll notice a few signs that it's time for your puppy to go.
Be wary if he's playing and suddenly stops for no apparent reason. Dogs also go around sniffing and circling certain spots when it's time for them to go. Even if you're relatively vigilant, accidents may still occur in your home. Avoid common mistakes that owners make that can negate successful training.
Most importantly, don't put your dog's nose in the accident, especially if it didn't just occur. Dogs won't understand your reasoning behind doing so. If you punish your puppy like that, then he may start using the bathroom in more concealed places in order to avoid punishment. In some cases, they may be too afraid to use the bathroom while you're standing there even when they're in an appropriate place to do so.
It's best to catch your dog in the act of using the bathroom in an inappropriate place. Then, you can teach him that that's a bad action. Don't speak in your normal tone of voice when potty training though. Deeper tones are more appropriate when your dog does something negative, while the opposite is true for good actions.
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