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This apparently is the top reason for puppies being taken to dog shelter charities. It is often frustrating and often professional dog walkers such as London Dog Walking are often asked to give advice, so a key part of puppy care. Experts believe the best way to toilet train is to use a crate. Often a breeder will use a cage, and will often sell on the cage, as the puppy is used to it. This is based on the premise that puppies do not like to soil their beds and in a cage would have no choice but to sleep in the mess. This method also has the advantage of encouraging the puppy will try to manage their bladder. Young puppies from 8 weeks or so should last around 8 hours. During toilet training, place the puppy inside the cage when he cannot be supervised, whilst you are say cooking. Just before to putting pup into the cage or taking him out of the cage, take him outside so he can do his business. There should never be any water or food in the crate, just a blanket and perhaps a toy to occupy his time. As your confidence with your puppy increases, you can leave him more and more out of the cage.

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