El Paso, TX (KFOX14/CBS4) — Potty training a new puppy can feel like a full-time job, but Humane Society representative A.J. says a few simple routines can help set young dogs up for success.
A.J. said one of the biggest challenges with very young puppies is that they are often kept indoors much of the time, especially before they are fully vaccinated. That’s where pad training can be useful, A.J. said, calling it a way to keep puppies safe while also teaching them there is a specific place to go.
A.J. said pad training can also help later on, because puppies can learn that the designated potty spot eventually moves outside. In some cases, A.J. said, small dogs may use pads long-term because they have smaller bladders…