Housetraining Problems
The best advice is simply not to give your dog the opportunity to make mistakes in the house. If the dog is paper or puppy pad trained, there is no reason he should be allowed to eliminate anywhere else but the specific spot you have directed him to.
In order to survive those first few weeks of puppyhood with a dog that needs housetraining, set about teaching him to “tell” you when he wants to go outdoors. When you know the youngster is able to hold onto what he has to do outdoors for a bit, start asking “outside, Rex?” Eventually, you will get some reaction – a squeak or a sneeze, etc. With that, praise the dog like he has just recited a flawless rendition of the Gettysburg address and out the door you move.
Sooner or later, in anticipation of being let outdoors, (or perhaps of being praised), Rex will heighten the sound effects with a good sharp bark. As time marches along, your dogs will usually come to you when the need arises, and they will let you know in no uncertain vocal terms that it is indeed “time to go out!”
If urinating indoors is a problem, you might want to try controlling the availability of water. Make it available often, but only at certain times throughout the day. Put the water bowl down and then keep an eye on what is going on. Puppies usually will have to relieve themselves within a few minutes or drinking. Adults will usually have to do so in about a half hour or so.
Frequent urinating of small amounts or chronic diarrhea could mean intestinal or urinary tract problems. Consult your veterinarian without delay.
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