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How to train a puppy to stop sitting or walking in its own poop?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 20 days old | 4 lbs

My puppy came from a place where he ran around in his own feces and urine. How can I train my dog not to walk or sit in his waste?

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 27th, 2017

That is something that she should outgrow. The best thing is to take her outside frequently so she learns to eliminate outside and then pick up the feces after she goes. If she is eliminating in her crate then she probably needs to go out more often.

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