How long does it take to housetrain a puppy?

Question

Hi, I have a 6month old MinPin, he has had some difficulties with the change of food etc. so the vet recommended us to not take him outside cause he was so sick for a while but he is all good now! yay..
anyway, I have the peepads in the kitchen which he is using perfectly, I take him out 3 times a day for long walks but he doesnt see to get that he should hold it..

Im sure the time when he wasn't allowed out on walks set him back a little in his housebreaking training and I've heard from several people that MinPins are pretty hard/stubborn to housebreak ..

Any recomendations to what to do or should i just keep doing what im doing and eventually he will get it?

Thank you for your help! :)

Answer 1

2 weeks ~

Answer 2

3 times a day is not enough for a puppy! Normally with a 6 month old it probably shouldn't take more than 2-3 weeks. Some dogs take longer, some less. Some take to the training right away - some regress & need reinforcement. I have found that using peepads and newspaper indoors just doesn't work and does send a mixed message. Either use crate training or confine the dog to a humane area where it won't matter so much if it has accidents. Take the dog out when you get up in the AM, after it drinks or eats, before you go to bed, etc. You can actually train a dog to pee on command (I use the phrase "hurry up") if you use a phrase when it is doing business. Use lots of praise when they're done and always wait a bit afterwards -- sometimes they're not really done. And, get a good book on puppy training like "Good Dog, Bad Dog" or hire a trainer. It will save a lot of problems when that cute little puppy becomes a grownup dog.

Answer 3

It varies depending on your effort, the puppy's history, the breed, and the individual dog. My last puppy had it down pretty well in a week or two. My current puppy is just STARTING to get it after I think 6 weeks. Current pup is a breed known for taking a little while to housebreak--the experts claim they should be completely housebroken by the time they are 1 year old. I have used the same techniques and extreme vigilance for both. Some breeds are known for being difficult to housebreak. Pups from puppymills (virtually all pet store puppies) will sometimes never learn because they were allowed to lie in their filth from day one and learned that that was normal. Many good, ethical breeders will start the housebreaking process before you even get the pup, which is very helpful. You should also consider rescuing a dog from a pound, humane society, or rescue--many young dogs from rescues are already completely housetrained and don't need the constant supervision that new puppies need. +be wary of some of the advice on Y!A--rubbing a dog's nose in it teaches a dog that you+mess=punishment and mess when you are not around or where you don't see it. They DO NOT equate you+mess=go outside next time. Also, crates are not mean as long as the dog is not in the crate all the time. Most dogs find crates comforting, safe spaces (dens, if you will), and will choose to sleep in them with the doors open/removed long after the housetraining period. Plus they keep them safe and from chewing on things like electrical cords. If you get a puppy, get some good training books written by experts.

Answer 4

walking him 3 times a day is great, esp since minpins have tons of energy, but he'll need many more potty trips. make sure he drinks alot before you take him out. set him up to have to pee. then start bringing the peepads outside, put it down where you want him to start going routinely. you need to pick an area that will mean pee/poop to him and not walk/play. as soon as you get outside, don't go for a walk or play yet. "buisness" first, then play. this way, when he's p-trained you can bring him out and let him do his thing instead of having to waste time messing around. give him tons of praise and a treat immediatly after he does it until it is 2nd nature. Inside, if you catch him peeing in the act, yell a loud no, & bring him outside right away (with the peepad). eventually you can slowly stop bringing the peepad with you. take the pad out of the kitchen. He'll start walking around looking for it. you'll have to start really paying attention to his behavior to catch him before he goes and be REALLY consistent.he might circle around, pace or have a little burst of energy. if you have a glass slider window, put it outside where he can see it. if he has to go, and can see it he might whine at the door. If he's crate trained, use it for bedtime and when you leave. take away his food & water atleast an hour before he goes in. walk him before and after you put him in/take him out. I hate crates but they really help with training. Good luck. Im trying to get my 9wk old dobie puppy to stop eating it's poop! I can't figure that one out! It's so gross!

Answer 5

crate training is the only way to go. i have a mini dach, which i was told were HORRIBLE to train. he learned in 3 weeks. EVERY time we left the house, he went into his crate. when we came home, out he went, right away. no running around before. every time he eats, drinks, after he woke up, or finished playing, he went out. EVERY time, no exceptions. buy a crate that is a little bit bigger than the dog. mini pins get to be about 12-14 inches high, so i would say a med-large size. the dog has to be comfortable enough to sit, stand, and lay down. no yelling or hitting if there is an accident, just take him right outside. mini pins are smart, he'll get it. email me if you have any other questions.
good luck, and i'm glad he's better.

Answer 6

It really depends on the dog. I had a min pin once myself and I ended up having to re-home him due to him not catching on to potty training. You just have to be consistent. Crate training can be a good tool to potty training. Some people also try the attaching the dogs leash to your waist method. That way the puppy can only go where you go and that way you are always watching him.

Answer 7

I wish I had a good answer for you. I am having trouble with my 14 week old min pin potty training. We have been going outside for 10 weeks now and she WON'T potty train. She goes outside and sniffs the air and maybe pee's, then, she comes in and before you can get your shoes off she is pooping and peeing somewhere. Good luck!!

Answer 8

you are giving your dog mixed signals,,, do you want him to potty in the house or outside?? once you decide where ..(hopefully outside) you will need to bring him outside MORE THAN 3 TIMES A DAY!! first thing in morning, right after eating, right after napping, right after playing and every couple of hours in between.. GET rid of the peepads,,, use a crate and be consistent.. it should only take a couple of weeks if you are religious about it.. remember to praise him when he is pottying outside

Answer 9

If you want to elimate him from going in the house get rid of the pads, they only teach to go inside. Take the pup out every hour until he gets the hang of it. Most dogs aren't totally in control of their bladder/bowels until after 12 months,so they may still have accidents even after you've established a good routine.

Answer 10

A few days to a few months, depending on your strategy. If you supervise the pup properly and bring it outside as often as you should you will have no problem.