How to Potty Train a Corgi
Corgi puppies are full of personality and carry that boldness with them to adulthood. While extremely affectionate and eager to please, corgis can also be stubborn and will try to get their way, which can make potty training difficult. But with an owner who is consistent, yet patient, corgis tend to thrive and learn rather quickly.
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Instructions
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Create a routine with your puppy. Try to take it outside, feed it and have it sleep the same times every day. While this isn't always easy, it will make potty training easier.
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Observe your corgi and its potty cues. Most puppies need to go outside after they have eaten or when they wake up. In addition, many will signal that they have to go by sniffing the floor, standing in front of the door or whining. Usually, puppies can hold their bladder for the amount of time as they are months old. For example, if your puppy is 2 months old, it can probably wait two hours before it has to potty. But use your judgment, if your puppy is 11 months old, he will probably have to go before 11 hours.
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Train your puppy by using a crate. Placing your corgi in a crate that is just big enough for it to stand up and turn around in will make potty training easier. Typically, corgis will not eliminate where they sleep or rest. Therefore, your puppy will likely wait until it is out of the crate to relieve itself.
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Go outside immediately after releasing your Corgi puppy from the crate. Go through the same door to the same spot each time outside.
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Play with your puppy after it has eliminated. This will encourage it to go faster and will also be perceived as an award. In addition, praise it with affection and treats for a job well done.
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Tips & Warnings
If your puppy hasn't eliminated after about 10 minutes, put it back in its crate for 15 minutes and try again. This will encourage your corgi to eliminate faster when it goes out.
When your puppy has an accident, never hit it. Instead, say "no" in a strong voice and take it outside to where it should go. Unless you see it actively going to the bathroom, punishing your corgi will not help. It will not be able to associate a punishment with a mess that was created at an earlier time. Be sure to clean the area with an enzymatic cleaner.
