House training your new puppy can be challenging, but with the right approach, patience, and consistency, you can set your pup up for success! At Bark Busters, we make potty training stress-free for both you and your furry friend.
🐶 When puppies are born, their mother keeps their den clean, teaching them to avoid eliminating where they sleep, eat, and play.
🐶 As they grow, puppies naturally learn to go outside by imitating their mother.
🐶 If you are crate training, your puppy will instinctively avoid toileting in their crate.
To ensure success, watch for body language cues and take your puppy outside at key times, including:
✅ Before bedtime
✅ As soon as they wake up
✅ After naps
✅ After eating or drinking
✅ After active playtime
✅ After an outing or excitement
🚫 Don’t scold or rub their nose in accidents – This only teaches fear.
🚫 Avoid distractions outside – Walk your pup directly to the potty area, stand still, and let them focus.
🚫 Don’t rush the process – Some puppies, especially males, take longer to relieve themselves.
🐾 Lead your puppy to their designated toilet area – Stay with them and praise them for success.
🐾 Use positive reinforcement – Reward good behavior instead of punishing mistakes.
🐾 Be consistent – Create a routine that reinforces good potty habits.
Many Bark Busters clients achieve a fully house-trained puppy within 2-3 weeks using our proven techniques!
Is your adult dog suddenly having accidents after being fully house-trained? Several factors could be causing this behavior:
🔹 Marking behavior – Dogs may urinate to establish territory or feel secure.
🔹 Recent changes – Moving homes, a new pet, or household changes can trigger accidents.
🔹 Medical issues – Rule out health problems or dietary changes that may be causing incontinence.
The good news? Most toileting problems in adult dogs can be resolved! A Bark Busters dog trainer will assess the root cause and create a personalized training plan to correct the behavior.
🐾 Need help with house training? Contact Bark Busters today for expert puppy and dog behavior training!
