How to house train an older dog?

How to House Train an Older Dog Three Parts: Assessing the Situation Going Back to Basics Going Beyond the Basics Community Q&A Dogs naturally want to avoid eliminating waste in their living quarters, but a dog that has not been trained or has incomplete training may have learned bad habits that must be broken. read more

In addition to our recommendations for general house training, you can try the following suggestions: You might need to let your dog become comfortable outside before you can expect success with house training. Take your dog to a quiet area outdoors and spend time there. Drive to a quiet park or establish an area in your yard for elimination. read more

The good news is it’s fairly easy to teach an old dog this new trick. In fact, adult dogs are easier and faster to housetrain than puppies, especially if you use a crate. The key to rock-solid pottytraining is to start the day your dog comes home. read more