Dog Crates
A crate is one of the best tools to use when potty training your puppy. The principle behind using a crate for housetraining is that dogs are very clean creatures and don't like a urine-soaked rug in their living spaces any more than you do. It's important that the crate is the right size—just large enough for the dog to lie down, stand up, and turn around.
Treats
Many books and trainers will stress the importance of treats or positive reinforcement. When your puppy starts to get the gist of potty training, you’ll want to reward them with a treat. Treats are an important and fun training tool that get your puppy excited to continue working.
Potty Pads
Puppy pads and paper training offer a temporary solution to housetraining. In an ideal situation, pups would learn to hold it indoors and only eliminate at specific spots outdoors, but some dog owners may find these necessary.
Poop Bags
When you take your puppy out on a walk but aren’t near your own turf, make sure you take poop bags alone. It's part of being a responsible dog owner.
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Leashes
The right type of leash may help your puppy feel more comfortable during your walks, which could result in more of a successful potty training trip.A leash for your puppy’s exact comfort level is a nice-to-have product for your potty training adventures.
Doorbells and Clicker Sets
If you’re looking for a training kit for your puppy, consider one of the varieties shown here. Some of these kits come with doorbells, a clicker, and poop bags to help promote positive behavior and success when potty training your puppy.
Flashlight or Blacklight
Use a flashlight for your dog’s early morning wake up calls or your dog’s evening trips outside to help illuminate your path. A blacklight can come in handy to spot pesty urine stains and other mysterious blobs that might come about from your potty training adventures.
Cameras
A dog camera can be a great tool to help analyze your puppy's behavior when you aren't able to be home. Keep an eye on your pup from anywhere with these cameras.
GPS Tracker or Activity Tracker
Keep a log of your puppy’s activities and daily outdoor trips by using an activity tracker. Some of these products include GPS devices to help monitor your puppy’s location should they escape your sight. A splurge item, but an item that could certainly help move along the success of potty training your puppy.
Training Book
A training book can offer additional tips and allow you to take the next steps after potty training is over. There are many skills and tricks to teach your puppy!
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