can i use this to potty train my 2 month old puppy?
1731198
Clickers aren't really the right tool for potty training dogs (or children), though I suppose you could click whenever you catch your pup in the act of going where and when you want. The idea is to associate the click with a reward like food, and then to further connect desired behavior with the click. The thing with potty training is that the dog will need to relieve herself at some point. I've heard that crate training is one of the most efficient ways of training a dog to pee/poop at certain times. Other folks swear by paper training.
1731199
I don't think it would be very effective. It is really helpful for teaching him/her tricks though.
1731200
I don't know whether it's used for potty training. It's usually used for obeying commands, especially "come." Potty training is usually better with treats and praise within 3 seconds of the puppy relieving himself outside.
638117
I buy these in bulk and they last a long time, Also note these are the best pills you can give your animals, but with a puppy they might go potty more, I took my puppy off until she became a year old. because I noticed her potty more in the house, once I took her off I was able to train her better.
980842
I would not recommend it. It is too expensive to be used this way. Check out pet catalogs or Amazon Pets for something more suitable
857151
I would think that would be easy to train your puppy to find the grate outside and use that spot if that's what the puppy is used to going on inside. I have not done that with any of my dogs but am fairly confident it can be done since dogs are such creatures of habit.
431078
Depending on your pup, you shouldn't have a problem. I have 3 (!) RASCALS and have had not one problem training my pups...and they are yorkies. When they do go outside, they automatically go potty on the grass. You can try using the grate outside but, most likely, won't need it.
1807742
I think it would be fine for that purpose! I use them for my Toy Maltese I don't walk her so she uses the pads. If I take her in the back yard she will pee outside. I would try it if I were you it is uncented it shouldn't encourage the dog to go. Good Luck!
357306
I use it in the house. So yes. It is great for puppies. And keeping them contained so they get potty trained. I also use the washable pee pads to cover cage surface and protect my floor. Best purchases ever for new puppies.
1045268
Yes you can. It has many options. You can use just litter or newspaper in the base, with or without the grid on top. I use a potty pad on top of the grid , which is securely held in place by a frame that locks it down. One word of caution, do NOT use clumping litter, especially with a puppy. If they eat it, it can clump in their stomach and create a blockage. I've read some people use wood pellets from Home Depot. I am very impressed with this product. My eight week old puppy began using it immediately and has used it consistently ever since. We have him confined in a small hallway when we can't supervise him. He has his bed, litter box, toys, food and water. I love not needing to get up in the night or early morning hours to take him out. He just uses his litter box. I highly recommend it. Good luck!
271973
Yes! I used it with pull ups the first couple of weeks and it worked like a charm! Just clip it to the inside right where the urine would come out. After we ran out of pull ups and my daughter was staying drier at night, we switched to undies. She went from soaking a pull up every night to being 100% dry and going potty in the middle of the night in a matter of a month.
1222144
Yes, my puppy is up to about 75% of indoor using. The year old one is more stubborn. I put a used pad on it so they would find the scent. I'd like another for the sunroom on the opposite side of house, but hope with time, it won't manner. I clean on Saturdays. So easy to pour our and rinse off. No foul odors.if surface gives, it may not be snapped in correctly, or maybe, a larger size is needed. I don't like the turf ones. The washable pads also worked well if you wash daily. Good luck
498840
I would not put it on a puppy, especially when they are not even 1 year old. Also, my Maltese is 6lbs and although it worked liked a charm, its too big for her. That said, only get this when training fails. However, it's usually easier/better to train them when they are puppies. I never did and it was difficult to have a barking dog (especially at night!). But this product DID work and I put a review on it (see Gong Joo Owner) for the first time bc we can now sleep at night!
145850
Hi Joe, I agree with previous comments, depends on the size of your puppy, but if you decide to purchase one, they are wonderful, Cassie absolutely LOVES it, I put peanut butter in for a treat and also frozen mince when we are away from home and she is in her kennel, keeps her occupied for hours. Also great for training ie fetch
431968
Place ALOT of pads EVERYWHERE. The puppy will pick her place that she likes to go. You will see apattern and will GRADUALLY pick up some of the unused pads. Then you will have to place the pads in the places that your puppy has picked to pee. Be patient, PRAISE when she goes on the pad. Puppies take 2 years to mature. This is not my favorite time, but the cuteness kicks in and you can get thru it. I suggest taking a class with your pup at Pet Smart.
2254345
It does seem to help in house training. We have used it with two puppies at different times. It of course is only one tool needed. Many times a puppy will find an "0ut-of-the-way" spot to do "their thing". Another tool we found very effective in those type of situations was also getting a small, cheap ($15-$20) infrared alarm (Radio Shack used to have them) aimed at the "out-of-the-way" spot. In the case of our second puppy - it literally scared the "poop" out of the puppy but she never did 'it' in the house again! That and Get Serious is very effective.
837825
At some point this isn't going to be enough for the level of muddiness. I have a puppy who loves to get muddy and it works great on her, but there are times when I have to carry her to the tub because she's just too muddy/dirty. I would say this takes care of her 8 out 10 times.
358663
Well...these blankets aren't inexpensive. I wouldn't let a puppy pee on mine. How about a bunch of the puppy training pads instead?
63890
Nope, I got my dog when she was 6 months and she was ok on her own until the dreaded chewing of cords etc. So I started crating her, she learned to crate surf so you may need to put a mat or something under the crate (I use a bath mat that has a a rubber no slip backside) it put an end to finding her in the crate in the middle of the room, LOL. THey also say for every month the dog is they can go an hour of holding it. But I wouldn't like to wait 12 hours every day to go pee so I am sure even though my dog can hold it she wouldn't like to either, but if you have no choice it comes down to what makes a safe environment for your pet and your house when you are not home. Good luck! Nope, I got my dog when she was 6 months and she was ok on her own until the dreaded chewing of cords etc. So I started crating her, she learned to crate surf so you may need to put a mat or something under the crate (I use a bath mat that has a a rubber no slip backside) it put an end to finding her in the crate in the middle of the room, LOL. THey also say for every month the dog is they can go an hour of holding it. But I wouldn't like to wait 12 hours every day to go pee so I am sure even though my dog can hold it she wouldn't like to either, but if you have no choice it comes down to... » Read More Nope, I got my dog when she was 6 months and she was ok on her own until the dreaded chewing of cords etc. So I started crating her, she learned to crate surf so you may need to put a mat or something under the crate (I use a bath mat that has a a rubber no slip backside) it put an end to finding her in the crate in the middle of the room, LOL. THey also say for every month the dog is they can go an hour of holding it. But I wouldn't like to wait 12 hours every day to go pee so I am sure even though my dog can hold it she wouldn't like to either, but if you have no choice it comes down to what makes a safe environment for your pet and your house when you are not home. Good luck! « Show Less