Okay, here is my sharing about how to stop a puppy from peeing in the kennel.
So, I got this new puppy a few weeks ago, cute as a button, but boy, was he having a tough time with potty training. Specifically, he kept peeing in his kennel. It was a mess, and frankly, it stunk up the whole place. I was starting to lose my mind. I mean, who wants to wake up to that every morning? Not me!
First thing I did was try to figure out a routine. I read somewhere that dogs like routines, so I started taking him out at the same times every day: first thing in the morning, after meals, after naps, and right before bed. It was a bit of a hassle at first, getting up extra early and making sure I was home on time, but it had to be done. And you know what? It started to make a difference. He started getting the idea that outside was for peeing, not his cozy little kennel.
Next, I started with the positive reinforcement thing. Every time he did his business outside, I’d throw a little party. I’m talking treats, praise, belly rubs, the whole nine yards. I probably looked like a crazy person, dancing around in my backyard, but hey, it worked! He started to associate going outside with getting all this good stuff, and that made him more eager to hold it in until we got out there.
I also had to make sure I was cleaning up his accidents properly. I used this special cleaner I found at the pet store that’s supposed to break down the enzymes or something. I don’t know the science behind it, but I do know that if they can still smell their pee, they’re more likely to go again in the same spot. So, I scrubbed that kennel like my life depended on it.
Another thing that helped was making sure he wasn’t spending too much time in his kennel. I mean, if you’re locked up for hours on end, you’re bound to have an accident, right? So, I started taking him out more often, playing with him, just generally keeping him active and engaged. That way, he wasn’t just sitting there, stewing in his own, uh, mess.
It took some time, and there were definitely some setbacks. Like the time I got stuck in traffic and came home to a rather unpleasant surprise. But I kept at it, sticking to the routine, giving him lots of praise, and cleaning up like a madman. And you know what? It finally paid off.
Now, he’s doing great. No more accidents in the kennel, and we’re both a lot happier. He’s learned that outside is the place to go, and I’ve learned that patience and consistency are key. And maybe a good enzyme cleaner, too. So, if you’re dealing with a similar issue, don’t lose hope! It might take some work, but you can get there. Just remember the routine, the positive reinforcement, and a whole lot of cleaning. You got this!
- Establish a routine: Take your puppy out frequently.
- Positive reinforcement: Praise and reward your puppy for going outside.
- Clean thoroughly: Use an enzymatic cleaner to remove odors.
- Limit kennel time: Ensure your puppy isn’t confined for too long.
- Be patient: It takes time and consistency to train a puppy.
It wasn’t easy, but we got through it. I hope these experiences will help you to train your puppy. Good luck, everyone!
