It is always a requisite that you must first check the health of your dog before you begin house training older dogs. The reason for this is because it will be difficult to train a dog that has health problems. Now as you train your dog there will be changes in its eating habits. These changes may cause diarrhea but it is totally normal. Allow your dog to adjust for a week. But remember to consult your vet if the condition of your dog does not improve.
You also need to focus on how you can build good communication with your dog. Your dog needs to be comfortable with you when you are together so he will be more obedient. Because older dogs have shorter attention, you need more patience to do repetitions to get them to do what you need them to do. Never be harsh when your dog does something wrong. Punishment just develops a gap between you and your dog that you are trying to train.
When your dog is able to do what you command it to do, avoid giving him food as reward. Rewarding your dog with treats will make him overweight and unhealthy. A simple pat or hugging your dog is a much better price for doing something right. It will create a much deeper bond between you and your dog.
Just like any other dogs, always remember that your full dedication is needed when house training older dogs. Consistency is also vital for your training process to be successful. Follow these simple methods of training and your dog training will be fast and easy.