Tips:
housebreaking a puppy using crate training
When
housebreaking a puppy, one of the easiest ways is crate training. By
leaving your pup in a cage overnight and while you're not home, you will
encourage him to wait until you let him out to eliminate. If you are
housebreaking a puppy for the first time, you might be surprised how
well crate training works.
The reason
housebreaking a puppy is easier with crate training is that dogs don't
like to eliminate in their living space. The key is to get a kennel
large enough for them to be comfortable, but not so big that they can
live in one end and "go" in the other end.
Many people
housebreaking a puppy by crate training unintentionally abuse or neglect
their dogs. It's simply not fair to expect a dog not to eliminate at
all for a long period of time. If you work long hours and cannot
arrange to have him let out of his cage, you should consider
paper training or leaving out pee pads in a larger area (kitchen or
laundry room).
When
housebreaking a puppy by crate training, it's important to let him out
as soon as you wake up or get home. In his excitement, he might not be
able to hold it long enough for you to greet him or get dressed. If
this happens, have patience - he's still learning.
If you are
housebreaking a puppy using crate training, it's important to get your
dog used to the kennel first. Before you start, leave the cage with the
door open on the ground. When he walks in willingly, close the door.
He will likely whine the first few times. Do not open the door when he
cries, or he will think that's the "magic word." Start with short
sessions, and leave the door open when he's not confined.
With some
patience and time, housebreaking a puppy might be easier than you
thought, and crate training will not only help, but give him a safe
place during storms, naps, and travel.
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