How long does it usually take to potty/house train a puppy ?
2007-03-18 07:23:12 · 6 answers · asked by joe m 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It can vary. Small dogs seem to be harder than large dogs for some reason- probably because they have teeny tiny bladders that can't hold much and they have teeny tiny systems that work faster.
I recommend using a schedule and a crate. http://www.clickersolutions.com/articles/2001/crate.htm
2007-03-18 07:28:38 · answer #1 · answered by Behaviorist 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long the process takes depends on the method you use.
Potty training my Yorkie pup took me about a month and she still has on occasion "accidents".
Shes 3 months old now.
The method I used were "puppy sheets" they are designed to be a "place mat" for you're pup to potty on. It does take awhile for them to get the hang of it. (1-2 weeks)
Praise and reward the puppy EVERYTIME it uses the puppy "sheets." Have lots of patience and never hit or scorn the dog if you find a puddle or feces on the floor.
Unless you catch them in the middle of "going potty" anywhere off the sheets you can say a firm "no" with a lower tone of voice. Otherwise the pup might not understand.
Place these "puppy sheets" all around the house (preferably in almost every room) to prevent less accidents.
PetSmart and Wal-Mart are the only stores I know that carry this product.
Good luck! :)
2007-03-18 07:35:52 · answer #2 · answered by Gwyneth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A puppy takes about 2 months to get potty trained.
2007-03-18 07:34:01 · answer #3 · answered by Pam 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends - what's the age of the puppy? How consistent are you in your training? Are you giving lots and lots of praise for correct behaviour rather than punishing for mistakes. If you're really good at catching the puppy and using lots of praise, most puppies can be housetrained (with occasional accidents) in 2 - 3 weeks.
2007-03-18 07:27:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the breed. Hounds I believe tend to be more stubborn than others while sporters and hearders are so willing to please that it won't take very long.
Crate training helped me alot since my pups couldn't go wandering and peeing at night.
Also don't give water at night
put them to sleep after they do their night pee so they can't get water or anything. BUT give them water fresh in the mornings
2007-03-18 07:29:06 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi ,
Well i found this really helpful guide ,its a really professional training called sit stay fetch , to teach you how to train your dog by yourself , http://dogobediencetraining.co.nr , its a easy step by step book
Hope this helps you with your dog
2007-03-20 11:42:46 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋