Dog House Training Methods
If you are looking for an effective dog house training method you have probably come to the conclusion that nothing works and you are doomed to cheap linoleum floors for your entire home. This is not true, and with some work and effort, it is possible to have a great looking home that does not smell like your dog’s personal toilet. Your primary course of defense should be a crate to begin with.
The size of the crate is very important, you need a crate that is large enough for your dog to lie down, and even turn around in. However, the crate does not need to be big enough to be considered a mansion where you dog can really pick where they want to lay down at. It is also a good idea to have room for a small food and water bowl as well. While having a crate the right size is important it is also important to understand why size matters so much. Dogs are very clean creatures naturally, they do not like to be dirty with urine and feces, this however has nothing to do with rolling in the mud though.
Your dog should not use the bathroom in their crate or your crate is too large. Your dog will hold it as long as possible until they can get out, they do not use the bathroom in the same area where they sleep, which means a crate is the perfect place to confine your pet until you can take them outside. How often they need to go outside varies depending upon their size, for example a Great Dane can hold it several hours, while a small dog can only hold it an hour or so at a time.
As long as you are consistent in your training measures, you should begin to notice a huge improvement. Once your well established in doghouse training you can begin to expand and leave the crate door open and put puppy pads down on the floor, at first it is advisable to cover the entire floor. Then slowly over a few weeks start to remove the pads one at a time until you only have one pad left. Your next biggest goal should be moving your last pad to the area of the home where you want it. This should be done by moving the pad no more than 2 feet at a time until you have reached your final destination.
