Top Tips for House Training
Puppies can take up to 6 months to house train, and some breeds, a little longer. Even with great progress, there could well be the odd 'mistake' sometimes! Don't worry - stay focussed and follow these tips to help you on the way to success!
1. Unfold the pad and place on the floor with the plastic backing part down against the floor. Make sure the pad is placed away from their food and bed.
2. Place your puppy on the pad to get them used to standing on it; and look out for any signs they may need to go to the toilet, such as sniffing the floor, trying to squat down or circling. Place your puppy on the pad as soon as you notice any of these signs.
3. As soon as your puppy uses the pad to go to the toilets, praise and reward them. If the puppy tries to relieve themselves somewhere else, place them straight onto the pad again to get them to associate the pad with using it for toileting.
4. Discard any soiled pads and replace with a fresh, clean one straight away.
5. As training develops, the pad can be moved towards the door and then eventually placed just outside in a suitable area.
Remember:
Reward the pup for going to the toilet in the right place, Good Boy have a great range of suitable treats!
Never punish your puppy for house training 'mistakes'. Always be positive and happy; and give your pup confidence.
Put your puppy on a regular feeding routine to give them structure for eating and toilet times.
Keep a training diary - it will help in working out timings for feeding and toileting as your pup grows up.