Puppy won't go potty outside. How to stop puppy pad confusion?

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I have had her about 2 weeks. Take her out to potty every 30 mins and keep her crated when I can't be on lookout24/7. She eats 2 times a day. The breeders used puppy pads and now she is confused and has only went potty outside 1 time since I've had her. How can I fix this problem? Pet's info: Dog | Siberian Husky | Female | unspayed | 3 months and 13 days old | 15 lbs

Bette Isacoff · Accepted Answer

Sassy is bound to be a bit confused at the new routing in your house, but you can help her learn a new way of doing things. Put her on a leash and take her outside to her designated spot. Do not walk around. Just stand there and repeat "go outside" or a similar phrase. As soon as she starts to go, repeat "go outside" and praise "good dog!" as she goes. When she is finished, bring her directly back inside. If she does not go after a reasonable amount of time, bring her in but do not remove the leash. Attach it to your belt loop and keep her with you. Don’t let her out of your sight! When you see her start to circle or sniff, take her right outdoors again and repeat the process. If she does mess in the house, do not scold her unless you actually catch her in the act. In that case, say "NO!" and take her right outside. Tell her to "go outside" and praise as she finishes. Keep her in a crate at night, or for short periods when you are not at home, as you have been doing. For further assistance with this, you can click on the prompt to initiate a consult.

Puppy won't go potty outside. How to stop puppy pad confusion?

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