How to Potty Train a Rottweiler

A rottweiler is a loving dog that is very protective of its human family. A rottweiler puppy is adorable, but a rottweiler puppy that is not potty trained will grow into a large dog that will make big messes. With consistent training, a rottweiler puppy can successfully become potty trained.

• Be consistent with the rottweiler puppy. Choose one area that you want them to potty in, and always take them to that area in the yard. Take them outside on a schedule, making sure to bring them outside 30 minutes after eating or drinking water.


• Use positive reinforcement. Rottweiler puppies learn well when given positive reinforcement by their owners. When the puppy goes potty in the designated area, offer a lot of praise. Treats and petting are also good forms of positive reinforcement.


• Purchase a kennel. In the wild, dogs live in dens. They keep their dens clean and do not go to the bathroom in them. A kennel will mimic the environment of a den. Buy a kennel that is large enough for the rottweiler puppy to stand up and turn around in. Keep the puppy in the kennel to sleep and when you are not at home. Do not leave the puppy in the kennel for more than a few hours at a time; a rottweiler puppy can't hold its bladder long.


• Do not punish your puppy. During the potty training process, your rottweiler puppy is sure to have some accidents. Do not hit or yell at your rottweiler puppy as this can lead to a dog that is fearful, insecure or overly aggressive.