Potty training a dog is one of the most important facets of house training a dog.
It is critical not just for basic hygiene and safety in your house, but also to eliminate the trouble of cleaning up your house every now and then.
Potty training your dog is also critical if you want to take your dog out and do not want to worry about your dog embarrassing you by soiling someone else's lawn or house.
It is recommended that you start potty training puppies as soon as you take them home.
You can start by taking your dog out at the same time every day, ideally after he has just eaten, and stay out with him until he has relieved himself.
For best results, make sure to take him to the same places every time so that he will know what to do when you take him there.
If you keep repeating the same process for days, your dog will gradually get the sense of what he is supposed to do.
It is also advisable to use commands such as "no" and "bad dog" if your dog continues to try to use the bathroom in the house.
If you have already started his obedience training, he will understand your commands and stop until further instructions.
This will cause him discomfort initially, but will also make him understand that he cannot go to the bathroom inside the house.
You have to be consistent in taking your dog out as soon as it starts showing signs of restlessness or being circling you, as this may mean that he is ready to relieve himself.
Some dogs use the method of scratching the door when they need to go out, whether to play or go to the bathroom.
It is also advisable to give him a treat each time he tells you that he needs to go out to potty because this will encourage his behavior.
You can also use the technique of taking away his toys if he goes inside the house and only give it back to him when he goes outside.