Dad congratulating boy in the bathroom after he uses the toilet

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How to Potty Train Your Puppy

Dr. Heather Wittenberg

No one is more eager to begin potty training than the Puppy! (OK, except maybe you.) This is a kid who wants to know how the big kids use the potty, and wants to join their ranks.

Tips for training your Puppy

Here are some tips on how to achieve potty training success with your Puppy:

Embrace Enthusiasm : Build on your Puppy’s natural inculcation to be energetic and eager to please.
Do It Together : Go to the bathroom together whenever you can. Your Puppy will love the time together and wants to be like you!
Eyes on the Prize : Find a reward that your Puppy will appreciate and use it as an incentive.
Keep it Positive : Your Puppy thrives on positive feedback. Encourage her and make sure you notice her efforts!
The Right Way to Train : Puppies want to do things the right way so let them know that diapers are for babies, and now that they’re getting to be a big kid, they use Pull-Ups®.