Dog Defecation Training Methods Introduced by the AKC Association
Use a cage with adequate ventilation
Crates are a must for indoor training. A dog should have a comfortable place to rest, but should not be locked in a crate for life. For dog indoor training, 2 weeks of restricted freedom in a crate means a lifetime of freedom to move around the house. Feed your dog in his crate and then take him out to defecate at a reasonable time. Afterward, put him back in his crate and give him toys and blankets until the next bowel movement time. For young dogs, this time should not exceed 2 hours. For adult dogs, no more than 4 hours
The dog does not like to defecate in the area where he plays and sleeps. The crate should be large enough for the dog to stand and turn around, but not so large that he can squat over the edge to defecate. Once the dog’s house training is complete, leave the crate’s open and it will be a great place for him to relax and rest.
Newspaper training
If you live in an apartment where you can’t easily take your dog outside to defecate, then you need to “newspaper train” him. To do this, cover the floor of a relatively enclosed space, such as the kitchen or bathroom, with newspaper. When the dog defecates on the newspaper, replace the dirty newspaper, and after a few days, take away some of the newspaper so that a part of the floor is left bare. If the dog defecates on the bare floor, gently correct him, then put him on the newspaper and praise him. Once he has a little concept of defecating on the newspaper, gradually take away more and more of the newspaper until you are finally left with a small area where you want him to defecate.
Outdoor training
Take your puppy outside as often as possible. Puppies need to defecate often. Especially 15 to 20 minutes after eating. As he gets older, this time may become longer. Observe signs of defecation such as soft whining, or circling in place, and report your dog outside quickly. When he’s finished defecating outside, immediately praise him for his behavior, using your favorite word (it’s best to fix a word). Then match him with a little play before taking him back. Your puppy will gradually learn that defecating outdoors earns him praise and the opportunity to play outside.
How do I handle a mistake?
This happens a lot in the beginning when you get a dog. Don’t punish your dog for this; if you do, he’ll just avoid you the next time he defecates inside. You should gently but firmly say “no” to your dog and correct him, take him outside and when he has relaxed and is no longer tense, say to him the same praise you used to give him. And you should insist on saying them to him the next time he defecates outside.
