Use the same area each time. When you are trough playing with the puppy, go to the spot. When the puppy has finished eating, go to the spot. Every two hours after that, go to the same spot. Sooner or later, the puppy will get the idea. All it takes is patience and how ready you are because bringing home a new dog to the house will take responsibility. Recent researches by animal behaviorists also showed that animals do not really learn much from negative treatments. It obeys true but often, only to the extent that it is avoiding the pain that results. Another danger to negative reinforcement is that once the dog owner starts using pain as a deterrent for bad behavior, the temptation to resort to harm often gets stronger especially when the dog refuses as dogs do from time to time. When decided to adopting a dog, plan for the following: Supplies The basic supplies that the dog will need are bowls for water and food, a dog ID tag with name address and phone number, a bed, a comb, a collar and a leash, and dog food. Setting Limits Even before the dog is brought home, the family should agree on tasks, assignments and other dog duties for the caring of the dog. Adult dogs are the ideal choices. Why You Should Choose An Adult Dog You'll have a much calmer, more behaved dog Ten to one, would-be dog owners prefer puppies for adoption based solely on their looks. What they do not know is that it is often very hard to keep up with puppies. They may look as cute as toys, but they are not. If you have a family, consider the one that will generally match theirs too. Love All dogs love, but some dogs have the tendency to display their affection better than others do. Gregariousness There are dogs that are extra sociable that they are best suited for walks outside of the house. Friendly Dogs in general are friendly except sometimes with other dogs. Although most dogs would want an outside walk most of the time, there will be occasions when the dog would rather stay at home. Barring that the dog is ill; you could make every walk in the park as enjoyable an experience for both you and the dog. Set the pace. Start slowly. Dogs will always be excited during their first time out.