2007-12-28 13:26:08 · 9 answers · asked by lexies_mommy2000 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
At the moment, i have a 8 week old mini schnauzer (only picked him up yesterday) - we've had only one accident so far inside, but so far i swear by the crate training. My eldest dog (a 4 yo bischon) took 3 months to be toliet trained and he was without the crate. So far it's been easy enough brining the new one outside and rewarding him to go.
Good luck.
2007-12-28 13:32:48 · answer #1 · answered by Ollie J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, there isn't an easy way in terms of one that requires almost no effort! It takes time, perseverance and patience to house break a puppy. BUT, there is a straightforward and pretty simple method that is usually very effective - it's called crate training.
Crate training actually works with your dogs natural instincts not to mess where it sleeps, and by confining your pup to a crate when you can't monitor/supervise him you help him learn bladder/bowel control and prevent 'accidents' which teach him the wrong message (that it's OK to 'do his business' inside).
The most important things are to make sure you get a crate that is the right size, not too big or too small, and to supervise your puppy when he's not in the crate. You can find lots of free information, tips and advice on how to successfully crate train a puppy at the url below.
best of luck!
2007-12-28 21:55:15 · answer #2 · answered by suzy49 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a lot like potty training a toddler-- lots of patience. We took our dogs out every 20 minutes (during the day) then slowly lenghten the time every couple of days. Don't be in a rush.
In the evening, don't let the pup have any liquids after say 9pm. This helps with the overnight potty problems.
Give plenty of praise and treats for 'good potty'.
If they start to squat inside, catch them ASAP and take outside.
We potty trained our first schnauzer in less than 3 months. Took a bit longer with our 2nd dog as she was a puppy mill rescue. Thank goodness she learned from our other dog's example.
2007-12-28 21:53:55 · answer #3 · answered by ohnuttz40 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The easiest thing about owning a dog is loving them. It's easy to love your dog but owning a dog is hard work. Crate training can save the pet owner from headaches and property damage.
2007-12-28 21:48:03 · answer #4 · answered by Freckles... 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's no easy way to house train a pup. It takes a lot of time, effort and patience to get the job done right.
2007-12-29 00:37:27 · answer #5 · answered by Little Ollie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, sorry. There's no secret to housetraining. We housetrain dogs the same way we did ten years ago. Supervision, positive reinforcement, reprimanding only in the act and above all, consistency.
Keep working at it. As long as you are consistent, your dog will get it.
2007-12-28 22:17:01 · answer #6 · answered by ninjaaa! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Housetraining is work. Find a good local puppy training class. Buy a good puppy training book and read it before you bring your dog home.
2007-12-28 21:30:50 · answer #7 · answered by disneybride96 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Housetraining is not easy...but crate training is the best way to do it.
2007-12-29 00:38:09 · answer #8 · answered by Shelley S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is no easy way
2007-12-28 21:30:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋