Housebreaking: Water

Give only what the dog needs...

Water
- Determine how much water can fit into the dog's belly

a little puppy's belly can't possibly hold a full bowl's worth of water... start with 2 or 3 fingers worth and go from there

- Do not let the dog warehouse water

make it a point that the dog must tinkle after each watering and before it gets more water (under normal circumstances)
close the toilet cover
notice the planters
do you have plants, a low lying fish tank, open toilet seats?

- Does the dog REALLY need water?

just because the dog is panting doesn't necessarily mean it needs water

what was this dog doing to make it thirsty?
when was the last watering?
has the dog tinkled yet?
how warm, dry is the environment?

Go directly to:
Establish your ALPHA position
Getting your dog's attention
More Puppy Tips
Housebreaking Tips
Housebreaking: Food
Housebreaking: Water