Things You'll Need
- Harness
- 6-foot leash
- Treats
Instructions
Supervise your Shih Tzu at all times. To do this, put a harness on your dog, attach a leash to the harness and clip the leash to your belt loop. This is called short-leashing or umbilical cord training.
Watch your Shih Tzu's every movement. When he starts to dance around or show other signs of agitation, say, "Ack!" Use a voice loud enough to startle him. Startling your dog directs his attention away from the act he contemplated.
Take your Shih Tzu outside to potty. Go to a designated area, and, using the same words or phrase each time, tell her to potty.
Praise your Shih Tzu as soon as he urinates outside. If he is only food-motivated, also give him a treat as soon as he urinates out of the home. If he does not potty within a few minutes, take him inside, and start the process again.