When most people learn how to
house break a puppy, they are taught how to teach a dog to use the bathroom
outside. A few adventurous dog owners
might also use newspaper training.
However, there is a new dog toileting method on the horizon. It involves using a litter box to house break
a dog. No, you did not misread that last
line.
Dogs that weigh 20 pounds or less
can be trained to use a litter box just like a cat. In the process, both you and your pet gain
independence. Your dog can relieve
themselves whenever they like, and you do not have to worry about walking your
animal.
Basic House Training For Your Puppy.
Basic House Training For Your Puppy.
Of course, for many dog owners
one question remains. How do you learn
house breaking with the litter box method?
First, you must choose the right type of litter box.
Try to avoid those with high
walls, as the dog may believe that the litter box is a den. Consequently, he may not want to relieve
himself because he sees the area as his living quarters. So, either stick with a specially-designed
doggy litter box or a traditional box with flat sides. Also, make sure you keep things simple. Stay away from automatic litter boxes as they
might scare a young dog. Grass litter
boxes may also cause confusion as they may inadvertently encourage digging.
The next step might be a little
more challenging. In fact, when it comes
to learning how to house break, it will either make or break your
training. It involves actually teaching
your dog how to use the litter box. The
easiest method for doing this is also the most ironic. If your dog eliminates in a particular spot
in your house, put a towel in that location.
Now put the towel in the litter
box and place the box in that area. At
first, your dog will eliminate around the litter box. When you see him do this, give him a firm
“No,” and place him in his litter box.
The moment he eliminates in his box, give him a treat. Over the course of a few weeks he will
establish a routine, though you must remain consistent. This is what makes litter box training so
challenging, since it is easy to give up in the beginning.
In conclusion learning how to
house break a puppy with a litter box is really no different than any other
method. It’s just a matter of
perception. If you believe litter box
training is impossible to do, you will fail early on in the process. This is why you should change your mindset
altogether.
Research other dog owners who
have been successful with this method.
After that, visualize the same thing for your dog. You may feel silly, but in the long run,
before you can train a dog you must train yourself. It is only then that you will have the
fortitude to stick through the frustrations of litter box training.
