Housetraining Checklist

Are you feeding a dry, high grade dog food?

Are you skipping supplements, most types of treats (dairy, common store bought)?

Are you feeding on a schedule?  (After 14 weeks, 2x per day, 7am & 4pm for example)

Are you giving ample outside potty opportunities?  (Every hour for youngsters!)

Are you marking the good behavior with super-treats?  (Use roast beef as potty finishes for a fast track to puppy-potty-awareness)

Are you restricting freedoms inside?  This protects you from valued items being chewed also.

Are you using a crate?  (I prefer plastic / airline type, or cover the metal type with a dark blanket.)

Are you giving puppy naps?  Pups need to sleep almost half of the day

plus all night. You can use the sleep time for crate time opportunities.

Do you know disciplining after the fact is not helpful and is actually harmful?

Are you setting your puppy up to succeed and be rewarded for good choices?

Suggestions and comments appreciated!  

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