Patience is the key to successful dog litter training. The task could easily be put upon professional dog trainers but just like any loving parent, it could almost be said that any responsible pet owner would see to it that his pet is well-adjusted and disciplined. Litter training is easier and more effective if started early among pups.
The very first step in dog litter training is of course choosing and purchasing a litter box, which will serve as the container for your pet's organic wastes. When selecting the perfect litter box, consider the size and how easy it would be to clean the litter box. Make sure it is light, has an opening wide enough but not too wide, and preferably, rounded edges.
Dogs defecate and urinate more often than cats. Unlike their feline counterparts, they do not clean after themselves. The litter box should have some sort of filler to make it easier for you to do the cleaning. It is common practice to put layers of newspapers or what we call "pee pads" beneath litter boxes. Commercial litter boxes usually have detachable bottoms so all the owner has to do is scoop out the littered part.
At first, closely follow your dog's whereabouts. You could set up his surroundings in such a way that he has limited space to roam about. Make his personal comfort room easily accessible and soon enough, you would not have to instruct him to go there anymore.
A good indication that your pet has to "go" is that it keeps sniffing while going around in circles. Come up with a special command like "Use the box" and use it repeatedly to point out the proper place for the dog to do his business.
Give your pet rewards and praise when he successfully uses the litter box. However, it is not a dvisable to punish him when he does not. This might make matters worse and even encourage hostile behavior towards you and other human beings. Giving him proper shock when you catch him defecating at the wrong place should make him stop. Send him directly to his litter box.
Be consistent where you position the litter box to familiarize your pet. This way, he knows where to go when he needs to pee or poo. Always keep cleaning materials on hand to avoid the waste products from being scattered all over the place.
It would also help not to clean the litter box thoroughly. Besides the fact that dogs might develop aversion towards detergent smells, they would also be more comfortable using litter boxes if they detect a slight scent of their urine or feces in it.
As mentioned earlier, patience pays off in giving your dog the proper litter box training. Once success is achieved, it is beneficial in the long term for both you and your pets. Litter boxes could even be taken on trips. A disciplined dog gains better acceptance from his master and other human beings, in turn, giving them higher self-esteem and a healthier life.
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