Pet care comes with great responsibilities. Includes feeding, training and grooming. And this is true for all kinds of animals. But for the most common pet that is considered man’s best friend, training is a big responsibility. This is the reason why it is recommended that only after a certain age take care of dogs. A popular dog breed that many American families keep as pets is Golden Retrievers. Potty training a golden retriever puppy is truly one of the first training programs any pet owner should consider; otherwise, he will probably end up hating his pet.
As soon as you bring your puppy home, you should immediately take him to the designated spot where you want him to be potty trained. Why is this so? There are two main reasons for doing this. First, you need to immediately introduce him to this place, he will probably smell it and become familiar with it. Second, the journey from where he came might be long enough that he wants to pee. Remember that puppies younger than 6 months cannot control their bladder for more than six hours.
This is also why you need to establish a regular routine for potty training a puppy. As much as possible, if you are a large family with children who have agreed to care for your new pet, include them in the schedule. In this way, children are not only trained to be responsible for potty training the new puppy, but they can also bond with their new friend. Golden Retrievers are well known for having a cheerful and friendly personality. Therefore, it is better that all members of the family have the opportunity to take him for walks and play with him regularly.
I remember my friend who adopted a golden retriever. She has 3 boys: the oldest is 17, the second is 15, and the youngest is 13. She actually made a decree that all three boys would take turns potty training her puppy. She and the three of them worked out a schedule that everyone will stick to. And then, they posted it somewhere everyone can see it so there’s no excuses for missing her schedule.
Another important reminder about potty training a puppy is that in case he accidentally urinates or makes a mess inside the house, never hit or hurt your dog. Remember that they are not in complete control of the situation. Hurting them can only lead your dog to develop unpleasant behaviors.
Just remember all of these puppy potty training tips and you’ll be sure to have a happier, more confident pet. After all, potty training is one of the most essential training you can get.