Labrador

　　Dogs defecating and urinating anywhere is a problem that troubles many owners. This not only causes the dog to develop very bad habits but also makes the house smell terrible. Therefore, some owners choose to keep their dogs in cages so that they can relieve themselves on the cage tray. However, since some dogs are used to going outside to relieve themselves, it may be uncomfortable for them to suddenly defecate inside the cage. Some dogs might even hold in their stool and urine, so proper training is needed.

　　First, we need to understand the preparatory actions before a dog defecates. Generally, dogs become restless, circle around, sniff everywhere, or squat from time to time when they need to relieve themselves. If you see such behavior, quickly take the dog to the cage. If the dog defecates before reaching the cage, you should scold the dog on the spot. Then clean it up and preferably spray some deodorizer to cover the smell. If the dog defecates inside the cage, encourage and reward it after the action.

　　Some dogs may hold in their stool and urine when brought to the cage. This may be because the dog is unfamiliar with the cage environment and feels uneasy. At this time, the owner should comfort the dog to help it relax. You can gently stroke the dog to calm it down. If the dog then relieves itself inside the cage, offer praise and rewards after. Another reason why dogs may be reluctant to defecate inside the cage is that they are unfamiliar with the surrounding smells. You can place some of the dog's urine on the tray to give it the dog's scent; with a familiar smell, the dog may feel safe to relieve itself inside the cage.

　　Because dogs have their own habits, suddenly changing them is somewhat challenging. Therefore, owners should not be too anxious or quick to criticize but give the dog time to adapt. With repeated corrections, the dog can be trained to defecate inside the cage. (Source: PetsZone)