My chihuahua nips my older dog. How do I train him to use pee pads?

I recommend crate training both dogs. also have them both neutered if this is not already done. The best way to housebreak them is constant supervision, routine and containment any time you are not physically watching them. For best results, dogs should be well housebroken as puppies. If this is not properly done, results may not be as reliable as an adult. These links may help: https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-crate-train-your-puppy-or-older-dog/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/housetraining/ I hope this helps.

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your question. I see that Oliver is not neutered. The behavior you are talking about is likely Oliver trying to establish dominance over the other 2 dogs. I would recommend neutering Oliver to see if this helps reduce this behavior. You can also try the Adaptil products and see if this helps to reduce the behavior. Adaptil products can be found online or at your local PetCo. To deter him from barking, I recommend using a spray bottle and spritzing him in the face every time he barks. You can also use citronella spray collars that are triggered by barking and then emit a fine mist of citronella oil in front of the face. The citronella collar can be found online as well. I hope this helps! Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

The key to potty training is to offer Gracie lots of chances to go where you want her to go. She'll need to be supervised while in the house until she gets the hang of things. This means someone needs to be actively watching her, not just in the room with her. After she eats, after she plays, and after she sleeps, take her over to the pee pads and give her whatever command you'd like to use for toileting. If she's close to the edge, pick her up and place her in the middle, or put a few training pads together to make a bigger area. Once she does go, praise her lavishly, and give her a treat. If you catch her peeing or pooing where she's not supposed to, then simply make a loud noise to stop her, pick her up and put her on the pee pads and give her the command. If you catch her after she's already gone elsewhere there's no point in punishing her as she won't associate what she's done with the punishment. Remember she's just a baby and she's still learning, so be consistent and offer her lots of opportunities. Good luck!

You will have to treat then as puppies again. Keep them kenneled when not being watched and do not let them on the couch anymore. When they go outside make sure you praise them and reward them to reinforce the behavior

Hi. I would recommend they have some toys, clothing, things from home that smell like her. I would keep them on a leash or a crate or blocked off area if they are urinating throughout house. This is most likely marking and nerves. If they are urinating w excitement or approach, I would try ignoring them at first and using a low toned voice, and not looking in the eye. Lots of positive reinforcement from you, feeding from you, walks, pets etc when calm and they will do just fine.

it is important to remember that Chico was there first, and is used to a certain level of attention from you. This newcomer has no expectations, so be sure to dote on Chico as much as ever so he feels secure. Then, gradually, you can increase the amount of time you give the new guy (without taking anything away from Chico). The second issue you are facing is that the dogs have to sort out, for themselves, who's who at the zoo. In other words, they may have one order of inportance to you, but they need to determine amongst themselves who's top dog, who's in the middle, and who's on the bottom. There may be a bit of snapping and barking going on, but as long as there are no injuries or serious fighting, leave them to it. Once they get it squared away, everyone will know his place in the pecking order and will (usually) behave accordingly.

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Milo is adorable! Sadly there are some small breed dogs that will just not house train. But I think also that some owners give up because it is so hard. I think Milo needs to be crated when you aren't home due to his destructive nature and because he is not house trained. When you are home he should be leashed to you at all times and taken out very often. If he doesn't go when you think he should, he goes in the crate. All other rooms should be blocked by a door or gate so he can't wander off to eliminate in the house. Use special delicious treats, praise and play with him for 10 mins after he goes outside, even bring a favorite toy. He can never be out of the crate when you aren't home or when you are asleep. You can also train him to ring a bell when he needs to eliminate. It may take 2-3 months but if you are aggressive about it hopefully it will work. Also you may have to consider neutering him to fully eliminate marking behaviors. The destructive behavior will hopefully go away with age, but you can consider doggie daycare during the work week to decrease time in the crate. I hope this helps and I wish you and Milo the best!