In this revised and updated edition of the classic, must-have guide for every dog owner, pet expert Shirlee Kalstone presents her foolproof method for housebreaking your dog in just one week!
Whether your dog is a puppy or getting on in years, whether your goal is to housebreak, paper train, or litter train, this practical, easy-to-follow plan will help you transform your pet into a dependable member of the household—in a way that works with both your pup’s innate behavioral instincts and your individual lifestyle. You’ll never again have to worry about your dog acting out, feeling anxious or depressed—or ruining your brand-new rug—as you discover:
• The simple secret of successful housebreaking—understanding your dog as a den dweller
• Schedules for training puppies and (re)training adult dogs
• How to identify your dog's natural behavioral rhythms—and use them to your advantage
• Step-by-step programs tailored to both apartment dwellers and homeowners, as well as to people who go to work, versus those who are home all day
• How to cope with housebreaking lapses, marking territory, separation anxiety, and health problems
• The power of praise and positive reinforcement, not punishment
Including sample schedules and timetables, and a list of related resources, here is the essential, proven advice that will make training a pleasure, for both you and your dog.