So my 12 week old Labrador Retriever puppy Buddha is doing great. My world no longer revolves around the elimination habits of another species. The best way I have found to train a dog not to go in the house is different than most. Instead of the old method of yelling at the dog when you catch him in the act, try this no more yelling just praise and chicken when he goes outside. Think about it if a dog gets chicken (real chicken) every time and only when he goes to the bathroom outside why would he want to go inside. It takes a little work and dedication but it is crystal clear to your puppy of what is a desired behavior and what is not. So the next time you catch your puppy in the act just look at him with disapproval and cross your arms and say nothing. He will look at you mortified. How come no chicken, how come no praise, they put it together real quick. The old way of yelling at them in mid stream teaches them one thing, don’t relive myself in front of my owner. So many owners complain of finding “gifts” that have been left for them by their dogs hours before and wonder why the dog is doing it. Most owners think it is because of spite of the dog knows he is not suppose to go in the house and that is why he hides to do his business. Well I hope this helps.
Milard