Foster Dog Training Resources
Crate Training
Additional crate training resources
Crate Training Resistant Dogs: Resource 01 / Resource 02
Leash Training
Additional leash training resources
“Bubble Technique” (Giving Space)
Leash Aggression: Resource 01 / Resource 02
Basic Obedience Training
Additional basic obedience resources
Place Training 101: Resource 01 / Resource 02 / Resource 03
Place Training 102: Adding Distance, Duration & Distractions
Look Training: Look 101 / Look 102 / Look 103
Leave It 101: Resource 01 / Resource 02
Potty Training
The “10 Minutes In 10 Minutes Out” System
Every 5-6 hours, take your dog outside for about 10 mins for a potty walk. Let them sniff and smell. If your dog doesn't go, then take them back home and put them back in their crate. Wait 10-15 mins and take your dog back outside.
Repeat this process until they relieve themselves. When your dog does potty outside, reward with praise (cheer for them, wiggle your body) and treats.
After your dog has gone potty outside, it's usually safe to let them roam around while you are watching them. If you notice your dog circling or starting to sniff the floor, take them outside immediately for potty.
The "Umbilical Cord" Technique
You can use this technique for a dog that is not fully house-broken. When your dog is allowed to spend time outside the crate, use a “house leash” to tether them to yourself so that you can keep watch over them while doing other things.
If you feel them pulling away persistently, or start sniffing the floor and circling, take them outside immediately. Tethering makes it easier for you to catch every opportunity to teach them to potty outside.