How to teach a puppy not to go on the floor,

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Hi, I'd like some information about toilet training (specifically regarding Eli, the 3-year-old adult female): how to train her not to go on the floor or even use a litter tray if possible, plus advice on walks or letting her go in an authorised area (like the woods), her temperament with people and how easy she is to train (easy, average, or difficult).

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    Hello

    The information you've asked for is about hygiene. Grooming is something else entirely, like looking after their coat.

    I've got 2 Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and they don't do their business on the pavement: it's a no-go. Only on the grass.

    1. Firstly, they have to be kept on a lead. This is to guide them and show them what to do within a small area.

    2. I've linked a specific hand signal for doing a wee and then a poo. Now they look at me to see if they're allowed to go at that moment. Generally, I make them wait until we find the right spot. (I'm very particular about picking up their poo, and Cavaliers often suffer from diarrhoea...)

    3. It took me 3 years to get there. You've got to stay patient and keep explaining things.

    Another example: when we get back from a walk, they dash to the bathroom to get cleaned up, especially in winter. If they forget, I've got a hand signal for that too.

    And another one for mealtimes: they always wait for me to tell them to eat. Since I cook for them, the food is often still hot.

    Hand signals are brilliant because it means they don't have to memorise both a spoken word and an action.

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    Hello, As a vet student, I would say that house-training is mostly about consistency and patience. You need to take the puppy out very often, especially after meals, waking up, and playtime, and praise them as soon as they go outside. Accidents in the house are normal at first. Puppy pads can be a temporary fix, but they aren’t ideal for a dog, who needs to learn to go outdoors. Regarding grooming, it’s important to get them used to it while they're young, and to be gentle so they learn to accept being handled without any stress. Finally, temperament and ease of training depend a lot on the breed and the individual, but with consistency and positive reinforcement, most dogs learn well. The main thing is to be consistent and kind. Best wishes, Romane
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