Puggle Training Tips When Housebreaking Older Dogs

Just like their ancestors, the pug and the
beagle, puggles can make great household pets
only if they're provided with appropriate puggle
training. The pug, known for being strong-willed
and the beagle, carefully bred for long chase
are the factors that can make training a bit
difficult hence it is very important that
training should start while very young. But what
about the older ones? Are the older puggles one
of the proofs that indeed you can't teach old
dogs with new tricks?

Absolutely not! Old age can't deter anybody,
including dogs from mastering new tricks. As
long as the method used is correct not only for
their age but more importantly for their
physical capacities, there's no reason for older
puggles to fail the training.

If you are planning to adopt an older puggle
from the shelter or if you'll inherit one from a
relative or friend, one of the first things you
ought to know is if he's housetrained or not. If
not, then housetraining must start at the
earliest possible time to prevent him from
developing negative practices such as urinating
and defecating inside.

Housetraining an older puggle is in fact less
complicated than housetraining a puppy given
that puppies do not have full control of their
bowel and bladder. To put it differently, they
can't hold it until they are about four months
old. Before puggle training begins, it is a good
idea to have your pet tested for infections or
some other health concerns that could impact his
urinating or defecating. After that create a meal
plan or schedule, selecting only superior quality
dog foods to prevent stomach upset and eventually
diarrhea. Instead of leaving out the food for him
throughout the day, feed him in the morning and
evening and if possible during lunchtime. Bring
him outside after eating and drinking for dogs
relieve themselves minutes after meals. When
doing so, make certain to take him to the same
spot only. Reward him with treats or praise soon
after relieving but don't take him inside
straight away for he might figure out that the
fun stops soon after eliminating. Allow him to
play for a few minutes to associate the action
with something fun. Once you follow this regimen
at all times, he'll be able to get used to it
thus will only eliminate when outside.

When you catch him in the act of eliminating in
the area other than that you chose, distract
him, take him outside at once and let him finish
there. Reward him with treats or praise after
doing his business.

If he has not eliminated after ten minutes or
so, take him inside and wait for another ten
minutes before you take him out once more. If
still not successful, bring him inside and wait
for the next potty break.

During puggle training, whether you're
housebreaking or training your pet with
obedience commands, one of the most vital things
you ought to remember is to avoid physical
punishment for it can just do more harm than
good. Hitting him or rubbing his nose on his
feces or pee can potentially result in fear and
aggression.

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Kim Holtby is a professional dog walker who has
gathered a lot of info about puggle training.
Her site http://www.pugglesavvy.com aims to help
owners attain successful puggle training.

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