Housebreak

usgb/ˈhaʊs.breɪk/
verb

To teach a pet, especially a dog, to relieve itself outside the house rather than indoors.

We need to housebreak our new puppy to avoid accidents in the house.
Visual representation of "housebreak" - To teach a pet, especially a dog, to relieve itself outside the house rather than indoors.

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  • housebreak a puppy
  • housebroken dog

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potty train, house-trained, pet training

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Training

It's important to consistently take your pet outside to teach them where to go.

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Regularly taking the puppy out will help them understand where to relieve themselves.
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Patience

Housebreaking takes time and patience; don't expect immediate results.

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Be patient, as each puppy learns at their own pace.
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Positive Reinforcement

Use rewards to encourage good behavior during housebreaking.

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Offering treats can motivate the puppy to relieve itself outside.
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