Puppy house training
Most puppies aren’t house trained when you first bring them home. While you’ll need plenty of patience, this is a great chance to develop the bond you have with your pet.
1. Repetition
Doing things at the same time everyday, from feeding and walking to sleeping, helps your puppy get into a regular routine
2. Control
Keeping your puppy on the lead when you take them to the toilet means they don’t wander off and use places free of distractions
3. Consistency
Using the same simple command like "be quick" or "Toilet" just before the puppy urinates that acts as a recognisable trigger for your puppy
4. Reward
Praising your puppy when they go with a treat or praise to let them know that you approve
Expert tips for toilet training
Here are five tips to get your puppy started:
What to do when accidents happen
If an accident happens, don’t punish your puppy – they’re still learning what to do. Puppies have smaller bladders than older dogs, so they will need to urinate more often than adult dogs. Simply disinfect the spot with a non-ammonia-based product and remove the smell with a pet odour neutraliser.
Training your puppy
Training is an important part in socialising your puppy. The better trained your puppy is, the healthier and happier it will be.