Question:
My dog knows it is bad to use the bathroom in the house but I can't get her to warn me. How can I get her to let me know when she needs to go out?
A: One of the most commonly used training tools is a bell hung on the doorknob.
I would recommend getting a large bell (too big for your dog to swallow in one piece) and hang it on the doorknob. Before you go out, have your dog ring the bell. Show him/her how to use the bell by ringing it with his/her paw, and ask if he/she wants to go outside. Over time, your dog will learn that if he/she needs to go out, all they need to do is to ring the bell. It is a very neat trick and has worked well in many homes.
~Dr. Page Wages
Oberlin Animal Hospital





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