For people who raise dogs, one of the most undesirable things is seeing their own dog urinate and defecate everywhere. This not only causes them to spend more time cleaning every day, but over time the house inevitably develops an indescribable smell. Therefore, owners hope that their dogs can relieve themselves in a fixed location. So, at what age can dogs be trained to urinate and defecate? Today, let’s discuss this issue together.

Start training from a young age 

Some people think that potty training should be done when the dog is older, but in fact, related training can also be carried out when the dog is young. Training urination and defecation after weaning is completely feasible. When the dog is small, we should cultivate a habit of eating at fixed times and pay attention to the dog’s habitual movements before urinating or defecating. When you notice that the dog is about to relieve itself, you should take it to a fixed area. Over time, the dog will develop this habit on its own.

Fixed elimination area 

People who have kept dogs may all have noticed that pet dogs usually like to sleep and relieve themselves in fixed spots. Once the habit of urinating and defecating in the same place is formed, they will actively go to the same place for elimination thereafter. Therefore, when the dog first arrives in a new environment, training it to relieve itself should begin. The dog needs to clearly recognize where it is allowed to relieve itself. Once the dog gets used to this, you won’t have to worry anymore. If you correct a wrong habit after it has formed, it will inevitably take more time.

Gradually reduce the elimination area 

Smell is a signal that stimulates dogs to urinate and defecate, so we usually use items that carry the dog’s urine or feces scent to guide the dog to relieve itself. At the start, to prevent the dog from not finding the spot, a relatively large area is chosen. Once the dog notices, the area can be gradually reduced. Additionally, the dog’s excrement should be cleaned up promptly, not only for a cleaner home environment but also to help the dog develop good urination and defecation habits. With your efforts, your dog will surely develop good potty habits. Let’s keep it up together.