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Give Travel a Try<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re wondering whether to leave your pet homebound because you\u2019re worried about his potty manners, we\u2019ve got tips and tricks on how to make a long trip or a short weekend less ruff.
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\nSummer is the busiest season for travel, with recent pet trends encouragingadventurous owners to bring their four-legged friends along for the ride. Unfortunately, even the most perfectly house-trained dogs who find themselves in unfamiliar settings may treat new places, like a hotel room or friend\u2019s house, as an acceptable place to use the bathroom indoors, simply because it doesn\u2019t smell like home.
\nDisposable dog training pads can be a lifesaver when your faithful companion is having a bit of trouble \u201cgoing\u201d in places which aren\u2019t appropriate.<\/p>\n

Plan Properly<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dogs don\u2019t just eliminate out of need, but also as a way to mark their territory. When your dog is sniffing around for what seems like ages, it\u2019s because he is seeking out the perfect place where his \u201cinformation\u201d is sure to be noticed by other canine visitors.<\/p>\n

A dog\u2019s house-training may or may not travel with him to a new destination. Dogs tend to learn where the proper toilet locations are at home and the places they visit regularly. But, they may not know when you first step out into a different location.<\/p>\n

Teaching your dog to go number 1 and number 2 on a variety of surfaces such as grass, cement, woodchips, gravel and rocks will help your pooch handle trips with ease. It may be a bit of a challenge in the beginning to accustom your pet to eliminate somewhere other than a place they\u2019re familiar with, but using a code word in the training process (like \u201cgo potty\u201d) can help initiate quicker pit stops down the road so you\u2019re not waiting it out. But if your dog requires more time, be patient.<\/p>\n

Training your dog to go to the bathroom on command will give you a huge advantage in helping him learn to go when and where you want. Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n

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  1. Pick a word or cue such as \u201cgo potty\u201d<\/li>\n
  2. Over the course of a week or two, when you notice your dog is about eliminate, say your cue. This will help to create an association between the word and the action of peeing and pooping. Always reward your furry friend or praise them afterwards to strengthen the memory.<\/li>\n
  3. When your dog seems to be grasping the connection between the command word and using the bathroom, begin asking your pup to \u201cgo potty\u201d when you know he needs to, but hasn\u2019t yet.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Keep rewarding your dog until he becomes successful. Now when you get to a new place you can take your dog to an appropriate area and expect them to go when asked.<\/p>\n

    On long trips, especially during flying, where you can\u2019t exactly pull over for a break, dog pads<\/a> are immensely useful. While some airports have a designated relief area for companion animals, many do not. And asking your dog to hold it for eight hours or more can be difficult.<\/p>\n

    Placing and using a pad in unconventional places such as in the corner of the airport, on the floor inside a restroom stall, or even in the bathroom within the cabin of a plane can ensure quick clean up and help avoid accidents when used along with your dog\u2019s cue word.<\/p>\n

    Sniff Out New Surroundings<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Whether you\u2019re checking in to a pet-friendly hotel or spending the night with family or friends, let your dog get acquainted with the new grounds outdoors by allowing him to sniff and mark. When your pal relieves himself outdoors, reinforce the good behavior with the command you\u2019ve established during training. On future occasions, your dog will realize these are his new stomping grounds for the time being.<\/p>\n

    While you may think your dog is housebroken, it is normal to have to do some rework of training in new environments. At home, your dog knows which door or outlets allow them to make their way outside for a potty break. Away from home, your pup may be less sure of how to alert you that he needs to go, or which door he should signal to. It\u2019s easy to mistake your dog\u2019s need to use the restroom for anxiousness in an unfamiliar place. Being aware of different cues or behavior can also be tricky when you\u2019re distracted.
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    \nDon\u2019t expect your pal to know how to \u201cask\u201d in new places or even be able to find suitable spots to relieve himself until you\u2019ve been there for a few days. Accidents are bound to happen, so packing training pads is essential for avoiding carpet stains and unpleasant messes if your pup isn\u2019t picking up the proper cues fast enough. And while many owners would love to train their dogs to go outside, those with apartment dwelling pets, senior dogs or limited access to the outdoors will need an indoor option.<\/p>\n

    Be Covered at Every Corner<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Dog pads<\/a> are a great travel solution for pups who aren\u2019t aware that the rules about using the restroom apply anywhere indoors.<\/p>\n

    Hartz\u00ae Home Protection\u2122 dog pads make clean up simpler, replacement and disposal easy, plus protect flooring. Designed with 6 layers containing Flash-Dry \u00ae technology, Home Protection\u2122 instantly turns urine into gel to reduce tracking, making clean up a breeze. A water-proof plastic backing and borders ensure our pads won\u2019t leak, and each pad creates a smaller urine spot to allow for multiple uses.<\/p>\n

    The special odor harmonizing capability within all Hartz dog training pads eliminates stinky smells left behind, turning eww to phew.<\/p>\n

    If your house-trained dog is having accidents away from home (or if you fear he might), consider adding trainings pads to\u00a0your\u00a0packing list so you feel confident that you are ready for your trip. So buckle up and hit the road!<\/p>\n