When should I expect to see results when housebreaking my puppy?
I have a 14 week old female pug. We have started taking her out to go to the bathroom and use the phrase, “Potty Out” for it.
I know she is a bit young to start housebreaking, but we figured why not get a start.
How long does it normally take? I know every breed and every dog is different, but is there a general consensus on time frames?
Any other advice on it would be welcome too. We do use a crate also.
I like the way you asked the question. Many people expect to have a puppy house broken in a week. The time it takes is in proportion to how much effort you put in to it. Every time your puppy does her business in the house, you are reinforcing the behavior. Pay close attention to her when she is out of the crate. Watch for the signs that she need to go. Move fast. Get her outside. In her crate remember that puppies can only hold their bladder for one hour longer than their age in months. Your puppy is 3 months old so can only be in the crate for 4 hours before she needs to be let out.
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