House Training – In 1 Day? Really?
Dr. Jeff Nichol, DVM, IAABC Veterinary Behaviorist
Housetraining can feel like such a challenge that many people just give up and mop up. You can get so completely flummoxed and frustrated that you lose their patience. You can teach your spiffy new puppy – in just one day – where to find the dog bathroom. He’ll learn that all good things come from you. Get ready to be the benevolent and loving head honcho who controls the resources that you will be delighted to help your puppy learn to earn.
You can also apply these same methods to help an adult dog who pees and poops indoors learn to take care of business outside. This can be more challenging in small breed dogs but you can succeed. I’ll share the research-based structure that your dog will innately understand. Urine and stool belong outside. You will provide the method your pupster is already programmed to understand.
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About the author
Dr. Jeff Nichol, DVM, IAABC is a residency trained veterinary behaviorist whose practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of behavior disorders of dogs and cats. With extensive experience in general practice and behavior medicine, he works with pet parents to tailor practical, individualized treatment plans to improve the well-being of pets and their people.
Dr. Nichol regularly writes about the treatment of behavior problems, including anxiety, aggression, fear, separation, house soiling, and other common concerns in companion pets.
