Can you litter box train a dog?

Although you might think that training a cat to use a litter box is similar to house training a dog, that's not actually the case: Cats are naturally inclined to eliminate waste by pawing through a sand-like substance in a private location. Most of the problems people encounter when litter training a cat are man-made. read more

A litter box is a great way to give your dog an opportunity to eliminate when you can’t let him out, but it is not a replacement for going out. You will still need to provide your dog with opportunities to pee and poop outside. read more

Feed and water your dog at regular intervals throughout the day. Then take her to the litter box and help her step inside. Say a command word or phrase, like "go potty," to tell her to do her business. If you're training a puppy, she'll most likely eliminate 5 to 30 minutes after eating or drinking. read more

Just keep up the coaching, and your dog will soon be using the litter box by choice. Once he has the idea, keep the box clean. Scoop regularly, replace litter at least twice a month, and clean the plastic bin with soap and water at least once a month. read more