House training is a very important event in a dog's life. It secures a tight bond and strong relationship between the master and the dog. Professional dog trainers recommend that house training should take place during a dog's puppy years. Your dog's bad behavior will be easier to correct as he gets older, because obedience training occurred during the time he was most receptive to following commands. Therefore, the sooner you learn how to house train a dog, the more behaved your dog will be in the future.

Here are some basic steps on how you should start to house train a dog.

Let Him Have His Own Space

The untrained puppy or dog should not be allowed to roam around the house, without any supervision. You may not know it yet, but your pet may already be chewing on dangerous things and worse, may get themselves injured or electricuted. If you are at home, make certain to keep him in a place where you can monitor what he's doing. If there ever comes a time that he'll be left alone, better place him in a den or crate. Get him a place to sleep of his own that may include a blanket or pillow , some toys, and a bowl for both water and food. Let him have time to run around freely, so he can get enough exercise.

Introduce Him to New Areas

After you have trained him how to behave in his own space, it is now time to introduce him to other areas of the house. Make sure to spend quality time with him in each new area. If you want to show him a new spot where he will eat, do it under your constant guidance. Introduce him to each section of the house, and make known what he is allowed and not allowed to do in them. Do this by leashing him, so as to control his movement. Let him lose when you feel he's gotten use to the new areas. But, remember to keep watch or else he might get into stuff and cause mischief.

Potty Train Him

Direct him to the place where he can go potty. Be cautious not to mislead him. Never permit him to frolic in that area or he may decide that he can use the same spot for all his activities.

Let Him Understand The "No Chew" Command

By nature, dogs love to chew on things, since it aids in the development of their teeth and gums. It is also kind of a healthy activity for their jaws. Part of training your dog is supplying him with toys that he may nibble on, and let him realize that not all things are used for strengthening his teeth and gums. Be rigid as you give him the "No chew" command. Praise him whenever he does the right thing and give him a treat.

Set Off Limit Areas

It is very important that you keep your dog away from any place in the house that has a sofa and chairs or visible cords plugged into wall sockets. Give him the "Out" command and when he does follow it, gently pat him on the head showing your pleased.

Remember, the earlier you start, the more well behaved your dog will act when he gets older. Put aside an hour or two towards house training your dog and you'll both be better off for it.

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