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by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA
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- Ask The Dog Trainer: Controlling Barking In The Car
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA © Carrie Boyko All Buckled Up and Ready to GoDear Terry- Why do my dogs bark at other dogs from the car? When we get out of the car, my dogs are friendly and enthusiastic about meeting other dogs and people. Can you...
- Ask The Dog Trainer:good Sports For Border Collies
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA © K.L., reader copyright on file Rose Runs an Agility Course Dear Terry, My Border Collie is a bundle of energy. I've been told and have read that he needs a job. I'm considering herding and agility, but...
- Ask The Dog Trainer, With Terry Lynn Cuyler: Teaching Kids Proper Dog Greetings
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, CPDT-KA Dear Terry, I have 3 young children. We often visit families with dogs. I would like to hear from a trainer what the best way is to teach my kids to greet the dogs properly. Can you tell me...
- Ask The Dog Trainer, With Terry Lynn Cuyler: Introducing Your Dog To A Fearful Visitor
Terry Cuyler APDT, CPDT-KA © Kim. L., reader copyright on file Skye Burns Excess Energy on the Agility Course Dear Terry: Any advice for introducing a rambunctious Aussie to a sister-in-law who is scared of dogs??? Jess the Dog Shopper ...
- Ask The Dog Trainer, With Terry Lynn Cuyler: Help For Teething Puppies
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA Dear Terry, Oreo, my toy poodle, is teething. When I come home for the day he's very excited and just chews on your toes or fingers. I was told that when he does this, you're supposed to put your finger down...
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Ask the Dog Trainer, with Terry Lynn Cuyler: Training for Indoor Potty Use
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA
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I am considering buying an indoor potty for my 2 toy poodles, so they will be able to take care of business if I am gone longer than expected. I have seen several types. I like the ones that have a grass-like top and drainage area. Can you give me some help with training and placement?
Liz
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Dear Liz,
Indoor potties are a great idea as an alternative when you aren’t home or the weather is inclement. To begin the training it helps to have the dogs confined to an area so the indoor potty is a logical and easy choice. You can remove the confinement once they get the idea. Introduce them to the potty by luring them on with a treat and giving it to them while they are on the potty. This convinces them that they are in a good spot. A baby gate or exercise pen works well to keep them in one area. At times when they should need to go potty, you put them in their potty area and even set them on the potty. Then when they do their business, they get a yummy – just as they’re done. Not after you’ve taken them out and walked to the pantry, right after they’re done and if possible while they are still on the potty. Best times are first thing in the morning when they wake up, after a hard play and within a half hour of eating. Get the behavior you want to reward by setting them up for success. Shouldn’t take very long before they catch on that it is OK to potty on the indoor one when they can’t get outside.
Regards,
The Paws Prof
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You can read more of Terry Lynn Cuyler's training questions at her Archives page.
Watch for indoor potty reviews coming, for more information on features, training and uses.
- Ask The Dog Trainer: Controlling Barking In The Car
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA © Carrie Boyko All Buckled Up and Ready to GoDear Terry- Why do my dogs bark at other dogs from the car? When we get out of the car, my dogs are friendly and enthusiastic about meeting other dogs and people. Can you...
- Ask The Dog Trainer:good Sports For Border Collies
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA © K.L., reader copyright on file Rose Runs an Agility Course Dear Terry, My Border Collie is a bundle of energy. I've been told and have read that he needs a job. I'm considering herding and agility, but...
- Ask The Dog Trainer, With Terry Lynn Cuyler: Teaching Kids Proper Dog Greetings
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, CPDT-KA Dear Terry, I have 3 young children. We often visit families with dogs. I would like to hear from a trainer what the best way is to teach my kids to greet the dogs properly. Can you tell me...
- Ask The Dog Trainer, With Terry Lynn Cuyler: Introducing Your Dog To A Fearful Visitor
Terry Cuyler APDT, CPDT-KA © Kim. L., reader copyright on file Skye Burns Excess Energy on the Agility Course Dear Terry: Any advice for introducing a rambunctious Aussie to a sister-in-law who is scared of dogs??? Jess the Dog Shopper ...
- Ask The Dog Trainer, With Terry Lynn Cuyler: Help For Teething Puppies
by Terry Lynn Cuyler, APDT, CPDT-KA Dear Terry, Oreo, my toy poodle, is teething. When I come home for the day he's very excited and just chews on your toes or fingers. I was told that when he does this, you're supposed to put your finger down...