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One of the largest tasks for a pet owner is the process of housebreaking a dog. It’s generally not simple and it always takes time and effort. But, with the right method and consistency, your dog will be housebroken in no time. Speaking of time, the time you invest in house train your dog will pay off during your entire dog’s life. So, take your time and do it well.

The ideal time to begin house training is the minute you welcome a new puppy or dog into your home. To begin, there are several things you should know. One, a puppy cannot hold its bladder or colon for the first few weeks of life. Therefore, accidents will happy. Second, a dog will urinate where he smells urination. So, if your dog goes in the corner, he may return again and again. The best thing to do when you have a new puppy is realize that they’ll need to urinate about six times a day. You can do your part to help by immediately taking them outside after they eat or drink. And, remember to reward them when they do go to the bathroom in the appropriate place.

Next, learn to recognize when your dog is about to go. He will probably get up and sniff around and then circle a few times. You should already be in action. Immediately take your dog outside and let him do his business there. Remember to reward. And, until your dog masters house training, he may need to stay in a crate while you are away. Make certain, though, that he gets time outside his crate. If you work all day, someone will need to take him out and for a walk during the day. A dog that spends too much time in his crate will be unhappy, cramped, and will suffer.

In addition, it’s important to learn how to scold your dog in a productive way. If a dog makes a mess on the floor and you discover it five minutes later, the dog will associate your anger with the mess, not with the act. Furthermore, if he urinates on the floor and you don’t see it and it has time to soak into the carpet, he may return to this sport again and again. This is why it’s so important to keep a close eye on your dog and make sure he’s getting outside often enough.