Potty Training Your Puppy

One of the most pressing issues with a new puppy is getting your new puppy potty trained. Luckily, potty training your puppy doesn�t have to be difficult. This article will show you some tips on potty training your puppy.

First, you need to understand that puppies are like babies and they simply make messes because they don't know better and can�t understand their urges. Your puppy doesn't mean to ruin your good carpet; he simply doesn�t know that he has to go potty.

A puppy�s ability to feel the need to go potty develops as they age, much like children. You can help your puppy potty train faster by developing a schedule for your puppy to follow. Take the puppy out at the same times every day to allow the puppy to become accustomed to a schedule.

Especially if you aren�t home during the day, you can expect there to be accidents while you puppy is learning potty training. You can help this a bit by putting down newspapers for the puppy to relieve himself on, but it will take additional training for the puppy to know this is for emergencies. When accidents happen, don't get upset - just clean up and disinfect the area.

You can learn to recognize some of the signs that your puppy needs to be taken out for potty. When you see your puppy acting a certain way, it may be time to take them out.

Here are some signs that a puppy needs to go potty:

* Restlessness


* Sniffing a spot they had previously soiled


* Whimpering and wining


* Distraction from play

As each puppy is unique, you will soon learn to recognize the signs in your dog. When your puppy begins to exhibit this potty signal it is time to take them out for a walk and direct them to go in the place you want them to use.

When your puppy does well, remember to praise him. Praise reinforces to the puppy that they have done the right thing and will make them happy to do it again to seek more praise.

Although potty training your puppy can be tedious, it is just a matter of being consistent and patient with your new pup long enough for their minds and bladders to mature and adapt to your training. With patience and time, your puppy will potty train and accidents will be a ting of the past.