Dog House Training Tips and Resources

HERE'S A GREAT TIP! I've been following this dog trainer for a long time (I love her books!) and was really psyched to see that she has a video up now about this. It's only a couple minutes long but it's really helpful. Click on the video to watch it. It should answer your questions...

My lab puppy is 5 1/2 months old. She rarely has any accidents in the house, but today she squatted on my couch and peed.
She was laying there chewing on one of her toys and all of a sudden squatted and peed. She didn’t even try to run to the door. She’s never done this before. And she didn’t seem stressed. It’s just me and her in the living room and she seems quite content.

Simply claiming it as hers.

Do you let them out to play in the house at all, or do you leave them in their crate except for bathroom breaks?
I don’t leave my dog in there all day, I was wondering. Yeah my dog comes out and plays for a long time and stays on the couch most of the time because she’s scared to jump off right not. That’s when we aren’t running her through the yard or the house.

Sure they can be out in the house. As long as he can be supervised he can stay out of his crate.
Keep a close eye on his behaviors to prevent accidents. He needs to learn to be able to be out in the house & not have accidents. Keeping him in the crate all the time will not teach him where is acceptable & where is not. Showing him what to do even when out & about in the house is essential to training as well.
As long as you are keeping a good schedule of outdoor "bathroom breaks" he should be fine. A pup shouldn’t be left in his crate constantly.

i know sounds funny lol but this is the first dog i’ve had in my apartment! just need good tips for training a puppy to go potty… it was easy for my neice to teach her but not sure how dogs are! thanks

We have an 11 week old puppy right now, and bring her outside every two hours. We bring her out 10 min. after she eats, and we limit her water at night, none after 8 pm. We also bring her outside every time she starts sniffing around. Make sure your puppy gets lots of exercise. Getting your puppy on a schedule is good too. We did these things with our 1 1/2 year old and he was house broken in a little over a month. Housebreaking is not an overnight thing, it takes time, and lots of patience. Be kind to your puppy, if they are peeing in the corner I yell NO, this will get their attention and they stop, and I carry them outside. Think about it though, were you paying attention? were you watching your pups signs? Did you not let him/her out after a nap? We also carry our puppy outside after a nap or in the morning, and we have never gotten pee’d on. These things have worked for us, but remember your puppy is a baby and is still learning. Good luck.

9 easy steps on how to house-train a puppy, +plus tips and warnings

Duration : 0:2:55

Read the rest of this entry »

Technorati Tags: and, easy, house, how, on, plus, puppy, steps, tips, to, train, training, warnings

Trim your new puppy’s nails without scaring it in this free video.

Expert: Melanie McLeroy
Contact: www.taurusdogtraining.com
Bio: Melanie McLeroy co-owns the award winning Taurus Training dog training facility in Austin, Texas. She is also certified in animal CPR and first aid.
Filmmaker: EV studios

Duration : 0:2:14

Read the rest of this entry »

Technorati Tags: crate, dog, house, nails, pad, potty, puppy, training, trim

Learn to socialize your new puppy with other dogs, people and objects in this free video.

Expert: Melanie McLeroy
Contact: www.taurusdogtraining.com
Bio: Melanie McLeroy co-owns the award winning Taurus Training dog training facility in Austin, Texas. She is also certified in animal CPR and first aid.
Filmmaker: EV studios

Duration : 0:2:4

Read the rest of this entry »

Technorati Tags: crate, dog, house, pad, potty, puppy, socialize, training

Give your pet the comfy space they deserve, while adding an elegant piece of furniture to your home decor. Perfect for any room in the house, the Large TownHaus Designer Pet Crate is hand crafted from solid wood. The unique door design safely secures your pet inside, but should you wish to allow your pet to come at go as they please, simply remove the interior door panel. Also, to create an even cozier spot for your pet to kick back and relax, include the optional Pet Bed. The attractive microfiber material is machine washable and it will fit perfectly inside your TownHaus. Features: -Available in Espresso and Mahogany. -Solid wood furniture with a glossy finish. -Antique brass hardware. -Well-ventilated environment. -Perfect den for dogs or cats to sleep in or to hide a litter box. -Finish is non-toxic and free of mercury, lead, cadium and chromium. -Multiple coats of finish and sealer protect wood from scratches. -Smooth finished interior. -Removable and lockable interior door panel. -Easy to assemble. -Recommended for puppies and dogs that are potty trained. -Option to include TownHaus Pet Bed. -Available separately in small, medium and extra large sizes. Specifications: -Interior: 28″” H x 21″” W x 32″” D. -Exterior: 32″” H x 23″” W x 36″” D. -For pets up to 100 lbs. Optional Pet Bed: -Two sided cover – tan microfiber on one side, light blue designer stripes microfiber on the other. -Made of soft, machine washable microfiber fabric. -Durable foam cushioning for extra comfort. -Fits perfectly inside Large TownHaus. -Dimensions: 3″” H x 20″” W x 32″” D.

Read the rest of this entry »

A choice cage for all sizes and breeds of dogs Closely spaced, tough wire withstands the behavior of active dogs Quick and easy setup with pin assembly This cage will stand up to the wear and tear it receives from exertive dogs; yet it is the perfect choice for housebreaking a puppy. Heavy-duty, 6-gauge welded steel wire, closely spaced at 1-1/4 inches apart, gives this cage its extra strength and stability. Front access door with cam lock is easy on your fingers but will check your dog in his efforts to escape. Cage provides ample headroom. For easy cleaning, slide out polyethylene floor tray and hose or wipe down. Please specify Clear Zinc (shown) or Black Epoxy. (Puppy/small breed model XSmall features 9-gauge clear zinc wire and spring lock.) Shown with our Thick Foam Pad, sold separately.Choose our adult size and add a zinc divider panel, which will allow you to adjust the size of the cage to accommodate your pet as he grows. Optional black vinyl-coated floor grate removes easily, so your pet will not be disturbed. Please click on “More Information” for details on construction, cage sizes, breed recommendations, and assembly instructions.

Read the rest of this entry »

Your puppy is sure to love the Puppy Kong Squeaker. Sometimes while you are away, your puppy can develop a fear that you won't return. This is one of the reasons your pet chews up shoes and furniture or barks excessively. Leaving your puppy with a Puppy Kong Squeaker can ease this distress. Kong squeakers can also aid in crate training and discouraging misbehaviors. The soft, rubber formula helps to alleviate pain from teething. Although this Kong is softer than the Original, it is still very durable. This Kong cannot hold treats, but is still challenging and fun for your little one.

Read the rest of this entry »

Super absorbent Clean Go Pet Doggy Diapers are an ideal way to help protect carpets, floors, and home furnishings from damage, stains, and odor caused by pet urine. Diapers feature a leak-proof design, convenient tail hole, elasticized waist, and easy-to-use adhesive strips for a secure fit. Disposable design makes clean-up easy and sanitary. Diapers can be re-used if not soiled. Great for puppies, dogs in season, and for dogs that are incontinent due to age, behavior, or medication. Comes in a 10-count bag. Not recommended as a house training aid. XSmall fits 4-11 lbs and 9-18″ waists Small fits 8-15 lbs and 10-19″ waists Medium fits 13-22 lbs and 11-22″ waists Large fits 19-30 lbs and 12-24″ waists

Read the rest of this entry »