How to Housebreak a Shih Tzu Puppy
House training a Shih Tzu puppy is more challenging than housebreaking other types of dogs, because they have a short attention span. Add that to a desire to do whatever they want, and you've got a housebreaking problem. While it is entirely possible to fully housebreak a Shih Tzu puppy, there are some steps you should follow.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Challenging
Instructions
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Take your Shih Tzu outside every two hours.
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Say the word "potty" when your Shih Tzu urinates.
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Praise your puppy with your voice and your touch.
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Watch for signs like circling and sniffing.
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Continue this for at least 6 weeks, until your Shih Tzu has had no accidents, then you can cut back on the frequency of your outdoor visits.
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Tips & Warnings
Puppy pads soak up urine and eliminate the smell of puppy potty indoors.
Punishment does not work with a Shih Tzu puppy. They have short attention spans, so this will teach your puppy that eliminating around you is bad.
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