How to Potty Train Dog to go to the Same Place in Yard

By Christine Cameron

Instructions

Things You’ll Need:

Dog collar
Leash
Pee post
Urine attract spray
Puppy pads
Dog be gone powder/spray

Use a Pee Post

Step 1:
Many pet shops and pet websites offer a dog training tool called a Pee Post. The one I am using in this example is made by Simple Solution. Dogs are instinctively attracted to the pheromone-coated post and most will urinate immediately.
Step 2:
While the dog is in the house, hammer the Pee Post into the ground int the area designated for potty training. Don't worry about having to mow around a pee post. The grass will probably not grow around it due to the dog urine. Leave the dog in the house so the hammering doesn't scare it.
Step 3:
Take the dog to the Pee Post, and let nature take its course. Most male dogs will immediately urinate on or very near the post, but females may take slightly longer.
Step 4:
Praise the dog highly when it successfully goes in the correct area. Give the dog a lot of "Good dogs" and pats.
Step 5:
Spray stay-off on areas where you don't want the dog to go.

Use Attractants

Step 1:
Liquid dog attractants usually come in a small bottle. Only a few drops are necessary to attract the dog to an area and stimulate it to mark. Place a few drops of the attractant in the area where the dog is to eliminate.
Step 2:
Take the dog to the area where you applied the attractant. State the command, "Go potty" or whatever you choose. Let the sniffing begin.
Step 3:
Highly praise the dog when it is successful. It may take a few tries, but when it happens give the dog plenty of affection.
Step 4:
Repetition is the key to all dog training. Do exactly the same thing every time the dog goes out to the area. The more often you repeat and reward the pet, the better and quicker the results.

Tips & Warnings

Consistency is the key to all dog training. Take the pet to the same spot every time and give the same commands and praise. Dogs are creatures of schedules and routines, so take the time to figure out the best schedule for you and your pet.
Remove the fecal matter from the area often. Dogs do not like a messy area.
Be careful when spraying or powdering any garden plants or flowers with dog repellent; read all precautions first.
Don't apply dog repellents on a windy day as they can be diluted and carried to other areas.

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