7:00 a.
m.
Wake up and take dog to the toileting area 7:30 a. m.
Feed (puppy should always have access to water during the day) 7:45 a. m.
Toilet area (Always after eating/drinking/napping/playtime) 8:00 a. m.
Supervised free time 8:45 a. m.
Crate confinement 10:45 a. m.
Toilet area 11:00 a. m.
Supervised free time 12:30 p. m.
Feed 12:45 p. m.
Toilet area (Always after eating/drinking/napping/playtime) 1:00 p. m.
Supervised free time 1:45 p. m.
Crate confinement 3:45 p. m.
Toilet area 4:00 p. m.
Supervised free time 6:00 p. m.
Feed 6:15 p. m: Toilet area 6:30 p. m.
Supervised free time 9:00 p. m.
Remove water 9:15 p. m.
Supervised free time 11:00 p. m.
Toilet area and crate confinement overnight

You need to be the one to choose the toilet spot. You need to be okay with its location when it’s indoors. For example, you might not want to put a puppy pad in your kitchen if you don’t want to have dog poo and pee near where you cook and eat. [3] X Research source Use consistent language to refer to this place. For example, when your dog reaches this spot, say, “Go potty,” or use a similar verbal cue. Then your dog will associate this spot with toileting.

You might want to take him on a leash, even if he’s inside. This will get him used to the leash, which you may need when you start your outdoor potty training.

If your dog looks like he needs to relieve himself, take him out to his designated spot right away. Do this even if you’re not at your scheduled potty break. [7] X Trustworthy Source The Humane Society of the United States National organization devoted to the promotion of animal welfare Go to source

You might consider tethering your dog to your waist with a leash when he is out of his crate. This way, you will be sure to keep him very close to you. You can track his movements more closely. [8] X Research source

Don’t use an ammonia-based cleaner. Urine has ammonia in it, so your dog might associate the cleaner’s smell with urinating. Instead, use an enzymatic cleaner on soiled areas. [9] X Trustworthy Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Leading organization dedicated to the prevention of animal cruelty Go to source Don’t punish your dog for having an accident.

Praise the dog every time he uses the puppy pad. Give him a pat and use a friendly voice. If your dog is having accidents after you’ve moved the pad, you may be moving too quickly. Move the pad back and wait another day before moving it again. [10] X Research source

Don’t yell at your dog if he has an accident.

If you catch your dog in the middle of an accident, make a loud noise or clap to startle him. Then he will stop urinating or defecating, and you can take him to his designated toileting area to finish up.