How To Train A Dog To Not Pee Inside
Introduction
It’s understandable that you’d be frustrated if your dog is peeing in the house. Maybe you’ve been cleaning up messes for weeks on end, but the good news is that the problem can be solved—and it doesn’t require a lot of time or effort. In fact, you can train your dog not to pee indoors in as little as two weeks! Here are some simple steps to take to make sure your dog starts using the bathroom outside every time:
Take your dog outside frequently.
- Take your dog outside frequently. Dogs are creatures of habit and prefer to do their business in the same place. The more often you take your dog outside, the more likely he or she will associate going outside with relieving themselves.
- Clean up accidents immediately. If your dog has an accident inside, clean it up with something that neutralizes odors (like white vinegar) before they have a chance to set in and become stronger scent markers for your pup!
Let your dog out after it drinks or eats.
As a dog owner, you’ll be responsible for your pet’s bladder and bowels. Dogs need to go outside after they drink or eat because their bodies are not equipped with the same systems humans have to regulate how much water is in their system. When dogs consume food or water, they empty their bladders right away. If a dog has been cooped up inside all day without being walked and hasn’t had access to water, it will be more likely to pee inside when it gets let out—especially if it’s been running around like crazy during playtime!
Dogs should also go out right after waking up because sleeping induces bladder contractions that cause them to urinate (pee). This can happen even if your dog was just going outside an hour before bedtime. In fact, you may notice small amounts of urine on the floor from time-to-time if your pup sleeps near where he pees normally; this is part of his biological process!
Furthermore: after playing with another animal or person (or with toys) since excitement often causes accidents; when napping since dozing off doesn’t allow enough time for excretion; after exercising since physical activity stimulates voiding; finally when left alone in a crate since confinement puts pressure on the bladder which means more frequent visits outdoors
Wait until your dog is calm to let it outside.
You’ll have to wait until your dog is calm, which may mean having to hold it back from going outside. Don’t let your dog out when it’s excited or eager to get outside—wait until it’s relaxed and not in a rush (if you’re training a puppy, that means when they’ve stopped licking themselves). This will help ensure that your dog can concentrate on what you want them to do with their peeing, rather than the excitement of being outside.
- An example of a calm dog would be one laying down at home with no toys around them
- Another example would be one who is sitting quietly while their owner reads a book
Keep your dog inside if you can’t watch it.
The best way to train your dog not to pee inside is to keep it from the house. However, this can be difficult when you have a busy lifestyle and need your pup around for companionship. In most cases, you’ll want to find another solution for keeping your dog safe in the home rather than locking them out or restricting access by confining them in a crate or kennel every time they are left alone.
You should take into consideration what time of day your dog will be at risk of peeing when making this decision. For example, if they typically have accidents during the night or early morning hours then using a crate might be best because they won’t have access outside their sleeping area during those times anyway (unless there are other dogs around). If they tend toward afternoons then leaving them loose while you’re gone could work well if there aren’t any other dogs who could distract them or trigger an accident episode (such as having another male come over).
Give positive reinforcement when your dog pees outside.
It may be tempting to reward your dog with a treat when they pee outside, but this is not the proper way to go about it. Your dog should only receive positive reinforcement when they go in the correct place.
There are many ways you can reward them, such as:
- Treats or food rewards
- Affection and petting
- A happy tone of voice (exclamations like “good girl”)
- The opportunity for playtime
Be aware of the weather and your dog’s health.
- Stay in touch with your vet. If your dog is sick, it may need more frequent trips outside. Similarly, if the weather is bad and you don’t have time to go out as much, this can also impact how often you need to let him out.
- Look at how old your dog is—and adjust accordingly. Older dogs are typically less active than younger ones and tend to pee less frequently—but don’t forget about them entirely! Some elderly dogs just aren’t able to hold it for long periods of time, so keep an eye on yours and make sure he doesn’t have trouble going when he does get the chance.*
Don’t punish the puppy for accidents.
One of the most important things you can do when training your dog is to be patient. It takes time to train a dog and, even after extensive training, some accidents may still occur.
So how do you know if your puppy has an accident? Usually, it will be obvious since they tend to leave puddles or urine stains on the floor. If this happens, don’t punish them for peeing inside. Instead, clean up all traces of the mess and take them outside again until they learn not to pee indoors. Some dogs may never stop doing this so make sure that any accidents outside are cleaned immediately so that your yard stays nice and green!
Always reward good behavior such as sitting down before you feed them or playing with toys rather than chewing on anything dangerous (like wires). If a dog knows they’ll get rewarded for being good then they’ll keep doing it!
The best way to train a puppy or a new adult dog is to take them outside frequently and reward them when they do their business there.
The best way to train a puppy or a new adult dog is to take them outside frequently and reward them when they do their business there. Never punish the puppy for accidents in the house, as this will only make him afraid of you and his own urine smell. Be aware of the weather, as this can affect how much your dog needs to go outside every day. If it’s hot out, your dog may need more frequent trips than if it’s cold out. Also keep an eye on your dog’s health; if you notice him urinating frequently, don’t let him outside until you’ve spoken with a veterinarian!
Remember: always be careful when letting puppies off-leash in public areas; they may not know where they’re supposed to go yet!
Conclusion
With these tips in mind, you should have your puppy or new dog housebroken in no time. It’s very important to reinforce the behavior you want and not punish the dog when they make a mistake. Be patient with them as it may take time for them to understand what is expected of them, but if you keep up with it then eventually your home will be clean and your dog will be the most perfect pet ever.