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If you're looking for tips to get your new puppy housebroken, then grab a hot cup of coffee and find a comfy chair because you're going to want to read this article right away.
In the next few minutes, you're going to learn three fantastic tips that are going to help you house train your puppy fast. First, we're going to discuss the benefits of crate training. Next, we'll talk about how to establish a routine for your puppy. Finally, we're going to finish up by talking about how you can tell if you're puppy is about to go, and what you can do to use that to your advantage.
First, let's start with crate training. The first thing you need to do is get a crate that is large enough for your dog. Your dog needs to have enough room to move around and get comfortable in a sleeping position, but giving too much room will defeat the purpose of putting your dog in the crate.
You shouldn't lock your puppy in the crate for more than 2 hours at a time, and never use it as a punishment tool. Crate training is effective because dogs don't like to go to the bathroom where they sleep.
Normally puppies will need to do their business at least once every three hours. You should always take your puppy outside immediately after he comes out of the crate. This process is teaching your puppy that he must wait until he gets outside to go to the bathroom.
Next, let's talk about the importance of getting your puppy into a routine. The first thing you need to do to establish routine is take your puppy outside at the same times every day. Always use the same door to exit. This should be the door that you want your puppy to signal to you from when he needs to go out. Once your puppy becomes trained, he'll start to paw at this door when he needs to go to the bathroom. Sticking to this routine is very important if you want your puppy to learn how to hold it until you are available.
Finally, let's talk about how you can anticipate your puppy's needs. There are several "clues" that your puppy will give you when he needs to go out. Heavy sniffing and circling around a specific area, and staring or pawing at the door are two that you probably won't miss.
If by chance you do miss the clues and catch your puppy in the act, it's important that you don't make a big fuss. Instead, take him firmly by the collar and bring him outside immediately. Once outside, pull up slightly on the collar and say "no" in a firm tone. After he finishes, however, make sure you pat your puppy's head and praise him. Even though he had an accident, you corrected the behavior and you need to reinforce the corrected behavior with a reward.
Exercising common sense is important when house training a pup. Be smart. Don't give your puppy water or food right before bedtime. Set him up for success. Cater to his schedule at first, and then you can begin to mold that schedule to fit your needs. Have patience. Your puppy wants to please you. Lastly, be consistent. If your puppy has an accident because you weren't consistent, don't blame him. It isn't his fault.
These tips that you have just read will help you housebreak your dog. Employ proper crate training, get your puppy into a routine, and learn to anticipate your puppy's needs, and your new dog will be house trained before you know it!
