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How can I train my apartment dog to use a grass pad indoors?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 9 years and 10 months old

How do i get my dog to use a grass pad. We live in an apartment and its not easy to go outside but she pottys all over the floor. Ive tried training and a spray but they dont help

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on January 31st, 2020

You would want to train Clarice to it just like you would regular potty training. Dogs are very substrate-specific, and at her age she likely is used to going on actual dirt or grass. You may want to add some dirt to where you are trying to teach her to go, and take her every hour or so to keep giving her chances to sniff and try it out. If she does go, rewarding with her praise and treats can help.

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