Crate training a puppy for the purpose of housebreaking them is my method of choice. It is a simple method that, if done right, secures a puppy’s potty habits from an early age and sets a standard of behavior they do not forget. The method is simple, but it is time consuming in the beginning. I cannot stress enough, however, how great the rewards are! There is nothing better than a well trained dog! The beginning is foundational to their whole life so it is of great importance. This is why I like to know ahead of time if someone is going to be home to do the work required before I send a puppy home. I want my customers as well as my puppies to have a great experience and the initial efforts are what set the stage. A well trained dog is like GOLD and everybody wins. That said, the Doodle is one of the fastest learners in dogdom. They have the setter/retrieve side that is so eager to please you and the poodle side that has the brains to back it up :)
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