How to paper Train Your Dog.
Paper training is a great way to potty train your dog when you live in a high-rise apartment or in a place where you are unable to let your dog do his elimination ritual outside. This can be very convenient for individuals who have mobility problems, and to those who have to leave their dogs alone for a long time. Do not consider paper training if you plan to housebreak your dog, this will delay house training. Your dog will get confused on the proper way to answer the call of nature, making house breaking more difficult. Only choose one form of potty training to help eliminate confusion.
You need lots of paper for this process. You have to layer the paper thick enough to absorb urine without seeping through the floor. The thickness will depend on the size of your dog. A puppy will need at least a layer ¼ inch thick. Bigger dogs will need up to ½ to ¾ inch of layered paper to properly absorb wetness. Always have a set of cleaning supplies ready like brooms, scrubbers, and disinfectant cleaners. You may want to throw in a pair of gloves and a mask to protect yourself and in case you cannot stand the smell.
Locate the paper in an area that can be easily cleaned. The floor must be bare or lined with linoleum. Never place your paper on a carpeted floor; there would be times when your dog will pee a bit too much and it would seep through. Do not place the paper in the kitchen or near a place where food is usually kept or eaten. The usual option is the bathroom since the floor is normaly covered with tile, or another solid surface, and can easily be cleaned in case of accidents.
Some decide to confine the dog in the place where the paper is located. Place your dog’s paraphernalia opposite the paper if you are thinking of doing the same thing. This will keep him entertained for a while until he feels the need to relieve himself. You need to stay with him to observe his movements. A dog that is feeling the urgency will sniff the floor and walk around in circles. Once you see your dog doing this behavior, place him on the paper and encourage him to pee. Saying “go pee” or something similar can be used, but do not expect your dog to fully understand you for several days. You can give him a drink of water to speed up the process. Once he pees, praise him for doing so and give him a treat.
Expect your puppy to relieve himself every 2 -3 hours, especially after meals. To make this training consistent, make it a point to feed your dog the same time each day. Always keep your eye on your dog so you can observe his movements and also to watch out for cues that will tell you that your dog needs to relieve himself. Bring him to his paper whenever he gives those cues so he will get the point and will always search for his paper to do his ritual.
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