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How do I potty train my 17-week Lab puppy from rural to condo?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | spayed | 4 months and 9 days old | 55 lbs

I have a 17 week old Labrador Retriever puppy, any suggestions on potty training? We live in a condominium and the puppy came from a rural area.

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Answered By Cara, DVM, cVMA

Veterinarian

Published on July 31st, 2017

I generally recommend crate training especially for large breed dogs. Get a crate that she can stand up and turn around in. Start a routine for taking her outside after meals, before you leave home, and put her in the crate whenever she is unsupervised. It will help establish a safe place and get her into a rhythm. Just be consistent and she'll figure it out.

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