How to Housebreak a Miniature Schnauzer
The easiest way to housebreak or potty train a Miniature Schnauzer is by using a crate. A crate is cage to keep the dog. Most dogs will not soil their own crate. So, when you are not home or are sleeping, put the dog in the crate to avoid accidents and reinforce waiting to go to the bathroom until you are home.
Items Needed:
- Crate
- Buy a small crate to fit the dog. The crate should be big enough for the dog to pie down but not big enough to run around in.
- Put the dog on a leash and take him outside to go the bathroom before putting the dog inside the crate. When he goes to the bathroom, praise the dog with love and attention.
- Go back inside and put the dog in the crate when not supervised. Check the dog regularly to see if they are whimpering or circling the crate. If they are, then let the dog out and take them outside to the bathroom.
- After a couple of days of this routine, let the Schnauzer out of the crate for longer time periods to test to see if he learned to use the bathroom outside. If the dog makes a mess, do not scream at the dog. Clean up the mess and be sure to watch for signs the next time the dog has to go to the bathroom.
Tips:
- Upon waking up in the morning, take the dog out immediately to use the bathroom and before you go to bed at night, let the dog out to go to the bathroom. Follow this routine daily and the dog will become housebroken in no time.