Do you have a new Pitbull puppy that needs to be house-trained? If this sounds like you then make sure to read our article where we go over everything you will need to know about house training one of these amazing dogs.
Before we can even begin taking a look at how to potty train a Pitbull puppy, it is essential that you have everything you will need for this process on hand.
So, in this section we are going to give you a list of everything you should need in order to train your Pitbull puppy successfully:
Treats – You will need treats to reward your pup when they do something correctly.
Potty Pads – Have these littered around the house or in your pup’s crate just in case an accident happens during the training process.
crate/Gate – You will need a crate or gate in order to help with the training process and limit where accidents can happen within your home.
Bell – If you want your dog to be bell trained you can use a bell as a way for them to tell you they want to go outside.
Pet Cleaning Supplies – Accidents will happen and when they do, you need special cleaning supplies that will eliminate the odor.
Positivity and Patience – While this is not something you can purchase from the store it is essential to be positive and patient when you are training your puppy. They will make mistakes and you need to stay patient and reward them when they do what they are supposed to. Positive reinforcement is the way to go with this breed of dog.
What Kind Of Training Should You Use?
Positive reinforcement. This is the best way to train just about any breed of dog and Pitbulls are no different.
By using this method of training you will keep your pup comfortable and engaged throughout training while still reinforcing good behavior with positive reinforcement.
This breed in particular does not respond well to fear tactics or punishments which is why it is so important to use a training method that is centered around rewarding good behavior.
We are not supportive of using fear tactics for any breed of dog and Pitbulls are no different. So, make sure to grab your treats and get ready to take an encouraging and positive journey training your pup.
Step-By-Step Guide To Potty Train A Pitbull Puppy
In this section we are going to go over the seven main steps you will go through while you are potty training your pitty pup. So, without further ado let us dive right in!
Step 1 – Decide On A Spot To Designate As A Potty Spot For Your Pup
If you want to be successful when you are training your Pitbull puppy you will need to establish a routine so that your pup can learn what you need them to do quicker and more easily.
In the case of potty training, you should pick a spot or area in the backyard that is the designated potty area.
By picking a designated area your dog should go potty when you take them outside you can more easily get your pup to understand that this is the only spot they should relieve themselves.
When your pitty pup does their business in this area you should immediately reward them with a treat or something that they like. You can make sure they relieve themselves in this area by putting them on a leash and allowing them to sniff that area.
So, when it is time to take them out for a potty break all you need to do is pop the leash on and walk them in the potty spot and if they do their business you can reward them.
Step 2 – Take Your Pup To That Spot Frequently
This might seem like an obvious step but you would be surprised at the number of people that do not take their pets out frequently enough.
So, to assure that there are limited accidents in the house you should take your puppy out at least every three to four hours so that they are not desperate to pee or poop.
This also allows you more opportunities to allow them to use the potty spot and thus reward them when they use it.
Step 3 – Create A Schedule To Feed Your Pup
How can you make your puppy need the bathroom at set intervals? Well, one thing you can do is to have set feeding times so that they develop a routine to go potty.
If you feed your pup at the same time every day you can help them to do their business at a similar time each day which can make training easier.
Step 4 – Think About Your Own Schedule
How much time you can spend with your pup can really impact how quickly your training will be successful. So, you will need to make sure that you have the time in your schedule to take them outside at least every three to four hours.
You cannot expect your puppy to wait to pee or poop for hours on end. They are still young and learning and because of this, we need to adapt to help them understand what they should be doing.
In order to do this, we need to make sure that we are free to let them out every three to four hours.
Step 5 – Limit The Water Intake Of Your Pup
Much like controlling the times your pet eats, it is essential to limit when they can drink.
By allowing your pet to drink at certain times you can create a schedule for when they will need to pee which can make it easier to predict when they will go potty in the designated potty spot.
Step 6 – If Accidents Happen Make Sure To Clean Up Properly
There will be accidents and when this happens you will need to make sure that everything is cleaned up. This is so that your pup is not tempted to pee in the same spot again because of the smell.
So, make sure to use deodorizers and other cleaning supplies to properly clean the spots your pitty pup has accidents in the house.
Final Thoughts
We hope that you enjoyed this article on how to potty train Pitbull puppies. These are a marvelous breed of dog and one that is absolutely loving and gentle with the right training.
So be patient and use positive reinforcement. As long as you do that you will end up with a well-trained and loving family pet.
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