Potty training is hard. We can set them up for success as much as we can but it takes as long as it takes. It's a process that we can't rush our puppy through.
We all struggle with potty training. While we're in it, it feels like it will last forever. For most, we'll have bad days and good days but overall we'll see improvement as the weeks pass. Accidents happen less often and they are usually because we dropped the ball.
For some, we stop seeing progress and they continue to have accidents we can't explain. This can lead to some real frustration and even resentment toward our puppy.
If you've been potty training for a couple months and your puppy still has unexplained accidents this episode is for you!
When I have a client that is struggling there are three things I look at first. Most of the time these work, sometimes it's something more.
If you can't seem to figure out why your puppy is STILL having accidents this is a great place to start.
In this episode I talk about:
- What I mean by struggling with potty training.
- Why your puppy might not be signaling you to go out.
- The three things I look at first when my client is struggling
- Why the crate is still important.
- How to reduce accidents.
Press play and enjoy!
Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:
YNP #010: Complete Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy
YNP #056: Potty Training for a Working Household
YNP #072: Should You Use a Potty Bell?
YNP #077: Using a Crate vs Using a Pen
Playtime Paws Academy: A brand new program for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.
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