Training a dog?

Question

I got this puppy yesterday.
I have some questions to ask

1. How do I get the dog to poop in the sand box I provided for him.

2. Is it true that a mixed breed dog cannot be trained or cannot be trained as effectively

Thanx alot

Answer 1

Let me answer the 2nd question first. No, it's not true at all. A mixed breed dog will learn at the same rate as a purebred dog.

As for litter box training your dog, it is pretty easy. Keep in mind that dogs tend to "go" more frequently than cats, and they don't bury their waste in the same way cats do.

First, designate the area to be used for the litterbox and/or papers. Obviously, a tiled or easy to clean floor area is best. During the first few days, you will need to constantly monitor the dog when it is not in its bathroom area. In this initial period, the dog should have only two location options: either with you, or a direct path to his bathroom area. You can accomplish this by shutting doors, and using simple gating materials such as latex lattice, child gates, or even pieces of cardboard. In any event, make sure that the dog can ONLY go to his designated area when "caught in the act". Make sure there is a direct path between you and his bathroom only (no open side rooms) at all times.

During the first few days the dog should either be with you, or in his area. If you are unable to watch the dog carefully, put the dog in his bathroom or crate area. If you notice actions such as circling or sniffing (usually indicating the dog has "to go"), then encourage the dog to go to his area to do his business on papers. Develop a key word or key phrase for this action. It can be anything you want such as: "go pee", "get busy", "use the box", etc. Repeat the word or phrase often at the spot where the dog should do his business.

If you catch the dog in the act of going in wrong place, you need to "shock" the dog. A loud "NO!", slapping your hands together, and sudden movement toward the dog should cause the dog to bolt. In any event, his direct path, his destination must be his bathroom area. Once there, start praising the dog and using the keyword. Soak a small bit of the dog's urine in a paper towel or newspaper and put in his bathroom area. If your dog smells his feces or urine in his bathroom area, he will be more likely to use that area. Clean any "accident" areas to an extreme degree. A dog's sense of smell is incredible.

Answer 2

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