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How do I get my puppy to consistently potty outside and signal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 5 months and 30 days old | 79 lbs

How do I get my puppy to go potty outside and not in the house like knows how to tell me has to go potty and wants to go potty outside because there is times that he does it but then there are a lot of times that he just chooses to go potty inside instead of telling me he needs to go out why does he do this and how do I get him to go potty outside every time?

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 10th, 2018

I am sorry to hear about Hercules! I would highly recommend utilizing the potty training method outlined by veterinary behaviorist Sophia Yin. You can download her guide for free at http://info.drsophiayin.com/free-puppy-potty-training-guide . The technique may seem labor intensive intiially but it is quite effective (I used it in my own dog) if followed closely. Best of luck to you and Hercules!

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