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Puppy Pads Help in House Training

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The adoption of a puppy is an exciting time for any new pet owner. During those initial days, owners often find themselves developing a level of frustration with their new friend as they try to teach them where to appropriately urinate and defecate. Puppies need time to learn their new surroundings, and a consistent approach to house training (often called puppy housebreaking) if the owner and pet relationship is to have a good foundation.

A popular method in housebreaking is the use of puppy training pads. These thin, absorbent pads can be used in a variety of ways to assist young dogs in learning the proper place for his or her eliminations. One common way to accomplish this goal is to choose a convenient spot to place the pad and teach the pet to use this pad for those needs.

Another option involves the use of a small crate. Ideally, the crate should be just large enough for the puppy to rest comfortably, and turn completely around. As dogs have a desire to not soil their den, a small crate for use when the owner needs to go to work can be very useful. If the crate is too large, the puppy will simply use one area for bathroom needs, and sleep in the other. However, it should be noted that younger puppies are not capable of "holding it" the way older dogs are. During the puppies younger months, it is important that they can be let out on a regular basis throughout the day, or they will simply be unable to control themselves, and will grow accustomed to soiling their bed.

If used properly, the use of puppy crate training during unsupervised times with the use of puppy pads can be very effective in house training. If it is impossible to have someone checking in on the new pet throughout the day, puppy pads can be used in a spare room to assist in securing the idea of appropriate elimination space. The best room choice would be one without carpets, but large enough to have the pads on one end of the room, and food, water, and toys on the other. This reinforces the idea of a separate space for those needs, and allows the dog room to move and play while the owner is otherwise occupied.

Whatever method a new owner decides for a new pet, puppy housebreaking is an important part of forming a lasting and healthy relationship with a puppy.