I have a 2yr old rat terrier, he was kept in a little kennel for 2yrs by someone else, never really housebroken. He walks about 5 or 6 times a day, is leashed at night only, still has a few accidents in the house and I need to stop that ASAP! I would appreciate any helpful suggestions.
2006-06-12 03:32:13 · 3 answers · asked by @ 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
DO NOT USE PEE-PADS!! Last summer I got a puppy and using the pee-pads was a horrible decision. Every time you catch him in the act, say No! and make him walk outside to go. DO NOT PICK HIM UP AND TAKE HIM OUT, MAKE HIM DO IT BY HIMSELF
Try PetCo for training
2006-06-12 03:49:52 · answer #1 · answered by JS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He needs to be crate trained so you can put him in at night or when your not home. Dogs won't poop where they sleep normally. May take a week or so but he will get the message. Limit feed to 2 times a day and not after 5 or 6 pm. No water late at night and take him oout after he eats and drinks. You may also want to consider having him nuetered. It can also be helpful. Good luck and be consistant.
2006-06-12 03:48:15 · answer #2 · answered by lmhn96 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too recently acquired a 2 year old rat terrier. Female. She was obviously not trained by her former owners. I have caught her urinating and pooping in the house. She has done the deed, seemingly intentionally, in front of me.
She is crated during the day. She is supervised when out of the crate.
She responds well to small treats and praise immediately after doing her business outside on the lawn. My hope is she will get the idea.
2006-06-16 05:54:19 · answer #3 · answered by 4Baer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋