Housebreaking a puppy is not without it's trials. With that distinctive puppy odor and lovable face, how can you not want to spend some quality time with your new pet? Most puppies are traumatized the first few days away from mom and the family.

Remember that for many puppies, they were removed from the only family they knew, namely their mom and brothers and sisters. It's important that you make your new pup feel safe, secure and wanted. This is the bonding time that will forever make her your dog.

Dogs have been bred for many reasons over the years. From working dogs to companions, all need socialized to become a safe and reliable member of your family. The last thing you should want is to end up with a non house broken dog that stays tied up outside.

The only way to eliminate this possibility is to train your dog and teach them manners so that they can fit into your home routine and house structure.

I've had large dogs that guarded our home during the day that literally were family members watching television with the kids at night. Willy, a Rottweiller was a family member for almost 13 years. It all starts however with basic obedience training and housebreaking.

Realize that dogs want to please the humans they live with. That said, the canine species is a pack animal and as such, needs a leader to be secure. That leader will either be you or them. Don't take this to lightly. Many stronger animals such as Willy above can be head strong and will take over if you allow them.

Housebreaking a puppy begins with a few rules.

FOR YOU not THE DOG!

Consistency will delvier results everytime. If you're not consistent, your housebreaking efforts with puppy will not be successful or take longer than necessary. The key here is to help your new pup connect what you want to happen with an enjoyable experience. That is, going outside to relieve herself is GOOD and pleases YOU!

This is done by regularly praising your pet as you take her out. Going to the door, putting her down, PRAISING her, letting her out or taking her to the bathroom place in the yard, then when she goes, PRAISING her once again.

Housebreaking a puppy is a step by step process that required lots of patience and praise. Remember, hitting, yelling, or becoming upset DOES NOT HELP!

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