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What is the best way to start potty training a puppy and make them pee on the pads until I get home2007-11-25 2:52:33

My puppy will be home by herself from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm and dont want to keep her in a dog carrier all day. I want to be able keep her free, but I want her to pee and poop on the pads that I lay out for her... would love some help with raising a new puppy, I will not have her for a bit but want to think about it and be totally prepared for her when she come to her new home filled with puppy love!!

Answers:

That's too long. You might want to reconsider this.

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If you're going to be gone for that length of time, do NOT get a puppy. It's not fair to the puppy. You should opt for an older dog.

I'm sorry, but to be gone for a 10 hour stretch daily is not acceptable for a puppy's socialization.

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A puppy can't be left for that long without some kind of supervision.

It's also very dangerous for her to be "Free" for that long - She could chew walls, cords, etc. that could kill her.

The best thing would be to crate her and have a friend or neighbor come in a few times to let her out and feed her.

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Hello..when properly crate or contained in a safe space, the dog will LOVE them ...it is security for them, they are den like creatures ...it's not good to leave puppies out & about ( free as you say ) as they have a tendency to get into trouble, chewing things they shouldn't..pottying - wherever ..I'll include you NICE crate or space training for puppies & house breaking..or if you wish, e mail me & I'll send it so you can print it out if you need ...Take Care :)