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My puppy keeps peeing and pooing on carpets. How do I house train her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Female | 8 months and 26 days old

I have a Jack Russell still a baby. Born early March 2018. I just can't get her to poo and pee on the newspaper. She love too poo on carpets or any soft surface. Please give me some advice. Thank you

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on December 5th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! She is quite adorable, that is for sure. I recommend that you pick up the feces and put it in the pads that can be used inside of the house for her to do it and have her smell it so that she knows that that is where she needs to go. Also, when she actually defecates in the pads, praise her and give her treats to help her understand that that was the desirable behavior. With consistency and time, this will likely work well for you. Best of luck!

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