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Housetrainnig 4 Common Housetraining Mistakes New Puppy Owners Can Avoid
Let's face it, as a new dog owner you probably have not taken a canine training class or have studied up on the latest puppy training techniques that are available.
That's okay! New puppy owners should not have to go to such lengths just to teach their pups the basics. But like all territories unknown, it is quite easy for novice puppy owners to find lots of ways to mess up simple puppy training, especially when it comes to the process of housetraining.
But you do not have to be one of these novices. To help guide your way towards proper housetraining with your new puppy, below are a few common mistakes that many people make, those of which you should aim to prevent:
1. Irregular schedule: Dogs thrive on repetitiveness and a routine schedule. If you fail to follow a schedule when it comes to taking your puppy to go to the bathroom, feeding times, and even bedtime, this can cause a disruption in the learning process.
For example, let's say it's Sunday morning and even though your puppy is waiting for you at the door to go to the bathroom at 7:00 AM (his usual morning potty time), and you feel like sleeping in, do not be surprised if you wake up to a puddle of pee or a stinky pile of poop on the kitchen floor. Adhering to a schedule is absolutely critical to successfully housetrain your puppy.
2. Ignoring crate training: Crate training is a safe and effective way to housetrain any puppy. Not only does it work well, but it is not the cruel training protocol that many people think it is. Placing your puppy in a crate when you are not able to watch over him will help your dog to develop control over its bladder.
3. Disciplining your puppy after the dirty deed has been done: In other words, if you continually yell and discipline your puppy after he has made a mistake, while not actually in the moment of the act, he will not have the slightest clue as to why he is being punished. This type of harassment will only cause your puppy to be scared of you. Only correct him when you catch him doing something wrong, never after.
4. Not cleaning up accidents when the happen: I realize that it may get a little tiring when you constantly have to clean up your new puppy's poop and pee, but it's an unfortunate part of the deal you made when you decided to bring home a new dog, especially a brand-new puppy.
Do not make the mistake of getting lazy and leaving his wastes to sit on the floor for any length of time. This can signal to your dog that it is okay to use the bathroom on the floor and he will continue to do so, typically in the same spot.
BONUS : How To Keep Your Puppy Busy While Learning At The Same Time
Looking for fun games that your puppy can enjoy? Check out these tantalizing activities that you can get a puppy of any age involved in.
Grooming Made Fun
Probably one of the most important things to do is groom and brush your puppy. So what better way to start on the right foot than to make it a pleasant experience?
It is important to teach skills like staying in place. Also of great importance is to get the puppy used to being touched all over and yet be relaxed the entire time. This grooming/touching procedure will create a tight bond while allowing the owner to maintain dominance over the puppy as it grows into an adult.
This is important since there will always be nails to cut and teeth to clean, as well as rules to follow. Fun grooming practice builds a foundation tolerance within the young pup.
It's Circus Time!
Puppies like jumping so why not play bar jumping games, just like they do at the circus?
The first thing to do is walk over the jump with your puppy. The pup will probably follow at your side. If the puppy doesnt want to go over the jump with you then encourage your puppy over the jump with a treat. Be sure to start with the jump on the ground, then increase the height as the dog's skill level develops.
Hide & Seek, What A Classic
Who doesnt like hide and seek?
Playing hide and seek with your puppy can be loads of fun while at the same time introduces the puppy to the come command.
First you need to have a leashed trained pup or one that can obey the sit/stay commands. Put the leash and have a friend hold the puppy, or if the pup can obey the sit/stay command without a leash then that is just fine.
Hide close by, like behind an open door or a small piece of furniture. If playing outside then get behind a bush or tree. After a short amount of time, call the puppy in a playful tone of voice. Make certain that the leash is not being held.
Once your pup finds you, give him a treat and/or simply tell him how good he is and love him.
You should attempt to move farther away and making finding you more difficult as your pup's skill increases.
Let's Go On A Treasure Hunt!
Finding toys and objects is another classic activity that can be fun for your puppy.
First, put your pup on a leash and tie it securely to a chair. Then place many toys and other objects on the floor while the puppy watches.
Now go see your puppy, but have a toy that your pup likes in your hand. Just hold it while the pup observes for a minute and then toss it into the pile of stuff you made on the floor. Now let your puppy go and say repeatedly Fetch, boy Fetch!
When he goes to hunt down the toy you were showing him be sure to give positive reinforcement and lots praise. Eventually you will be able to have your puppy sniff one object for a few seconds and literally dig it out of anywhere you hide it.
Looking for fun games that your puppy can enjoy? Check out these tantalizing activities that you can get a puppy of any age involved in.
Grooming Made Fun
Probably one of the most important things to do is groom and brush your puppy. So what better way to start on the right foot than to make it a pleasant experience?
It is important to teach skills like staying in place. Also of great importance is to get the puppy used to being touched all over and yet be relaxed the entire time. This grooming/touching procedure will create a tight bond while allowing the owner to maintain dominance over the puppy as it grows into an adult.
This is important since there will always be nails to cut and teeth to clean, as well as rules to follow. Fun grooming practice builds a foundation tolerance within the young pup.
It's Circus Time!
Puppies like jumping so why not play bar jumping games, just like they do at the circus?
The first thing to do is walk over the jump with your puppy. The pup will probably follow at your side. If the puppy doesnt want to go over the jump with you then encourage your puppy over the jump with a treat. Be sure to start with the jump on the ground, then increase the height as the dog's skill level develops.
Hide & Seek, What A Classic
Who doesnt like hide and seek?
Playing hide and seek with your puppy can be loads of fun while at the same time introduces the puppy to the come command.
First you need to have a leashed trained pup or one that can obey the sit/stay commands. Put the leash and have a friend hold the puppy, or if the pup can obey the sit/stay command without a leash then that is just fine.
Hide close by, like behind an open door or a small piece of furniture. If playing outside then get behind a bush or tree. After a short amount of time, call the puppy in a playful tone of voice. Make certain that the leash is not being held.
Once your pup finds you, give him a treat and/or simply tell him how good he is and love him.
You should attempt to move farther away and making finding you more difficult as your pup's skill increases.
Let's Go On A Treasure Hunt!
Finding toys and objects is another classic activity that can be fun for your puppy.
First, put your pup on a leash and tie it securely to a chair. Then place many toys and other objects on the floor while the puppy watches.
Now go see your puppy, but have a toy that your pup likes in your hand. Just hold it while the pup observes for a minute and then toss it into the pile of stuff you made on the floor. Now let your puppy go and say repeatedly Fetch, boy Fetch!
When he goes to hunt down the toy you were showing him be sure to give positive reinforcement and lots praise. Eventually you will be able to have your puppy sniff one object for a few seconds and literally dig it out of anywhere you hide it.
