Things to Consider (cont.)

1. Housetrain - This is really not as difficult as you might think. Keep in mind that once your puppy or dog eats or has playtime; they will need to relieve themselves. With that in mind always take them outside after they eat or you play with them. Make it a routine, they will catch on quickly about where to relieve themselves. There will be accidents, it is inevitable. Don't get angry, clean it up and move on. Every family member needs to be consistent with this training. Your puppy or dog will want to please you; praise them whenever they do a behavior the way you want them to. Young puppies can hold urinating for two to four hours, keep that in mind with housebreaking. Adult dogs can hold urinating for much longer, six to eight hours.