How to Train a Dog to Go to the Toilet Outside: Tips for Beginners
Who is not familiar with the situation when a young dog is walked outside for a long time, and when brought home, it always surprises the owner.
Training will take time and patience. But most importantly, you need to understand what prevents your pet from doing its business where it can, and not where it wants.
Here are some tips from experts to help you train your dog to do all of his business outside, rather than in the apartment.
1. Set a walking schedule and stick to it.
2. Use a reward system. Praise your dog when he goes to the toilet outside, with a treat or praise.
3. To avoid unwanted behavior, punish for puddles in the house, but only if you catch the dog red-handed.
4. Increase the time you spend walking outside, starting with a few minutes and gradually increasing to several hours a day.
5. Don't forget about cleanliness and hygiene. The place should be clean and dry. Perhaps the pet doesn't like the smell of other animals, so you can change the route.
6. If your dog is unable to relieve himself outside, try contacting your veterinarian for advice.
Personal experience suggests that half of a pet’s success depends on the owner’s patience.
