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Dog Training - Health Issues Two If dog toilet training seems like a daunting task, try breaking it down into smaller steps. This will help both you and your dog get through the process with tempers and dignity intact. Yes it takes a lot of patience, and above all else you need to be consistent in your methods. So with that in mind, let's take a look at a couple of other ways to help your dog learn to pee where it is supposed to be peeing. There are some people who would swear by using puppy pee pads as a dog toilet training device. And then, there are those who would swear at the pads. Basically they've received mixed reviews, and you can only try them out for yourself to see if they work for you. Frankly, most dogs eat the blessed things, overshoot the sides and hit the floor and/or carpet, or regard them as a toy. Hardly conducive to "training." Some spills etc. are normal, and nothing to be concerned about. The time to be worried is when your dog seems to be in pain when urinating, urinates frequently, seems to be having trouble when moving, seems sluggish, vomits etc. Make it a point to talk to your Vet, as some of these signs may signal urinary tract stones. Another dog toilet training method that has a fairly high success rate is the "shadow" method. Clip the leash on your pup, and then snap it to your belt. The dog then shadows you all day. This gives you the best chance to catch them before they pee inside and get them to the yard. As you may well imagine, this is a tough regimen to follow unless you have time. The pup isn't going to be too thrilled with it either. It does work, and sometimes works faster than other methods. You have to decide if you want to be lock stepped with your pup for days on end. Will there be accidents with this method? Likely, because sometimes the pup can pee so quick you miss it. However, accidents are normal when you're young. The time to be concerned is when your dog appears to have an infection in her anal glands or uterus that causes her to pee frequently, dribble a lot and have foul smelling stools. Make a beeline for the Veterinarian, as these signs could be symptoms of pyometra (a serious uterine infection) that if left untreated can be fatal. Always be aware of your dog's health when dog toilet training. If something doesn't seem right, talk to the Vet. Better safe than sorry! |
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