how did you guys make your dog use this ..? any advice pls
2067549
I just took her to this when it was about time for her to pee. I just kept at it. I also have some artificial grass out on the deck that the others use, so she uses that also. Whenever I saw her start to pee somewhere else, I would say no, and pick her up and take her to the petzoom. she finely got the hang of it. I have it on the landing of the stairs, and she will run down the stairs, use it, and run back up.....and look at me so I know she has been a good girl.
2067550
We had older dogs so it proved hard to convince them to use it. Perhaps it's better for training puppies. Anyway, we did try absorbing some of their urine onto a paper towel and putting that in the drawer of the Pet Park so their scent would be there, and you know how dogs like to top the last dogs leavings. Gate them into an area with a tile floor and the Pet Park and when they have to go, they will hopefully use the Pet Park. Susan W had a great suggestion on how to train your dog. Make sure to read her comment.
2067551
Read my review on PetZoom Park Deluxe. My dog is old and I was able to retrain him. Took three weeks. Just have to be more stubborn than doggie, but you I think you will find my review helpful. AND, I added more suggestions.
2067552
Try the spray they offer our you can get it at pet Co or petsmart. Or try the little fire hydrant you sit on the grass. Finally, put wee pads around the grass patch
394035
I have not tried yet, bought the wrong blade, have another machine(Oster). Try to give the dog a bath first an clip near the skin. Good luck!
2280195
I got our collar out and did a test rum on my lab who weighs about 60# and had her try to reach the front of her paws (dog biscuit reward induced!). She just couldn't quite reach. This collar restricts their stretch to some degree in all directions. I would say it is worth a try to try to break the habit, if it is a habit and not something physiologic. Vets should carry these--they are MUCH better than the cone (we call it The Lampshade!)--an outstanding product and I am glad to have it on hand for the next time we need it. Have you tried spraying the top of your lab's paws with Bitter Apple? Apparently, not all dogs hate the Bitter Apple as much as my dog does, however! Another suggestion I would make is to get the dog boots and use them for a time on her front paws. We use them in the winter for below zero weather--Lucy isn't crazy about them but she does get used to them. She had a bad cut on one of her paws a few years ago and we put a boot on over her bandages and she got used to it. The bandages had to be on for about a month, dressed daily followed by the boot and she was very good about the whole thing once she got over the weird-ness! Good luck working this problem out with your lab--they are the best dogs, aren't they?!!
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Bring it in the house, leave the top open, and throw some Cheerios or other treats in there a few times over a few days and he should get used to it pretty quickly. Our dog had no problems at all. Hopped right in and figured out right away that he liked being more spoiled than he should be.
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Here is the link to a you tube video. It shows you how to use it properly.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3R5M5sD9SI
390524
This worked on my little doxie for a while but he is very stubborn. So, eventualy I stopped using it because he would bark through it and run it out. I dont know that it is necessarily too much for your dog, but she is probably just very confused about why this puff of smelly stuff keeps spraying her. That is how my doxie acted at first.
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I can see why you would wonder! I gave ours to a charity because our dog never did use it. We waited too late to start her going anywhere but on real grass. I'd write to the company, they seemed helpful when I needed a hint on how to convince my dog to use it, tho nothing worked.
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When I use it, I just plug the laundry sink, run the water, and squirt some in so while it's filling it's sudsy. I try to keep my pug in there for about 10 min since that seems to be the standard for medicated shampoos. I"ll suds him up with more betadine directly or medicated shampoo, let it sit on him and do his teeth, his ears, and then squirt his paws directly and wipe them down while they're soaking in the diluted tub and then rinse. No official time.....just convenience on my part and trying to get some benefit out of it. I use the 10 min mark as guidelines and then do what works for the moment and adjust accordingly.
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Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should "get it" & use it without prompting. Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should... » Read More Put the dog's leash on them. Lead them up the steps. Give them lots of love when they get up there. Try not to get frustrated. It's scary for them - they've not done anything like this before! It can be difficult and it doesn't depend on size. My bigger dog got it right away and uses it constantly. My smaller dog doesn't seem to trust it and I have to watch & make sure she doesn't try to jump. She's the one that had to get an ACL operation. Until your dog gets used to it, you may have to get the leash out periodically and force them to use it. After a few days like that they should "get it" & use it without prompting. « Show Less
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I use dry dog food, crackers, bread, horse grain, it all seems to work. I just sprinkle it in the middle of the trap.
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I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before, so very frustrating. Sorry I haven't been much help but that's my experience. I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before,... » Read More I gave it to my dog for about 2 months and she seemed to be a little better but now I am not giving it her she has reverted back to eating poop. It seems to be a habit that is hard to break the vet told me to put meat tenderizer in her meals but I don't think that worked either. Someone told me not to pick up and put hot chili sauce on it and when they go to eat it it taste bad and that sometimes helps. We pick up all the time but if there is one lot out there she finds it, we tell her off but she still does it. I am told it is a natural thing but I have never had a dog that did it before, so very frustrating. Sorry I haven't been much help but that's my experience. « Show Less
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I think your dog would enjoy this one. Even more if your dog loves water. My 2 puppies love this and even more today because of the snow outside. I would give it a try and if he turns his face away maybe put a little bit of peanut butter under it. Good luck!
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Well...two of mine use it as intended. One stands on her hind legs and sticks her head in the top. The other one just gives it a left upper cut and knocks it over! Perhaps that sticky stuff that's used to keep breakables on the shelves in museums would work. Other than that, or nail or glue it to the floor. Good luck...they can be devious and creative beasties when it comes to getting their kibble.
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I put mine on a german shepard,it really worked good,it worked to good,it zapped my dog so much she only wore it for 5 minutes.if it doesnt do what you want,when your wonderful dog barks grab him by the scurff of the neck until its almost off its feet and say no,it hurt me to do this but her parents use that method in the wild.it really works. merry christmas.
807885
Sorry I can' help. I haven't gotten that far with my dog as yet. Good luck!
1726507
Start with really small treats - maybe even break up those bacon flavored kind so they really smell. I have a larger dog so it is easy for him to knock it around. Hope this helps
1537250
I got my puppy started using it by cleaning up a pee puddle with a TINY amount of paper towel, so I could ring it out onto the piddle pad. They got one sniff and started using it then, since they could detect their own pee odor. The Piddle Pad is priceless once they get to using it! Good Luck! :)