If you have just brought a new puppy or dog into your family and plan for them to be a house dog, getting your new pet house trained should be your first priority. There are several dog potty training methods that will help you out and which one you choose will depend in large part on where you live and what your lifestyle is.

One dog potty training technique is called paper training. Basically what you do is train your dog to go to the bathroom on paper in your house. Praising them when they do what you want is important and getting after them (in a loving yet stern manner) when they make a mess in the house. Some people use this method as a backup for emergencies and plan to use the next method for normal situations.

Many dog owners that have house dogs, will want to train their dogs to go outside. The best way to do this is to take them out very often and praise them when they go to the bathroom. Just as above, scold them when they go inside. If you are interested in combining two techniques, you can praise them a little bit when they go on the paper and praise them excessively when they go outside. This will help them know you want them to go outside, but it is ok if they have to use the paper.

Another possible technique to use is called crate training and works well for people who can’t let their dog out frequently. Check out the links at KDMGermanShepherds.com and get more information on obedience training for dogs including the Secrets to Dog Training program and The Ultimate House Training guide which will help you teach your dog to be a little angel.

If you happen to be a German Shepherd owner, be sure to check out the training German Shepherd puppies page we wrote at KDMGermanShepherds.com. You will find useful tips for German Shepherd puppies as well as more information about some of the best dog training courses you can get over the internet.

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