by Brenda Nelson

Created on: May 03, 2010

Training your Pomeranian puppy is one of the most important things you can do, as one of the reasons so many dogs are surrendered to animal shelters is a lack of training. Consistency is the key whether you are house training or training your pup to sit.

-House Training-

House training is one of the first things you need to teach. Your pup may not be physically ready to learn when you first get him, but you must start training him right away. You should not expect to see results until after the pup has reached 12 weeks. This is more often the time they gain, and understand how to control, their body functions.

Because house training requires attention and time it is best to plan on getting a pup when you have the time to devote to training it. If you work an 8 hour day, or have young children who need your attention, you might not find this easy to do.

1.  Crate Training, Why?

Crate training has proven to be the most successful method of house training pups. Your Pom pup will usually resent the crate at first but eventually he will come to know it as his safe place. The crate training method will save you a lot of grief because the pup will be contained and not out destroying your home. Having a Pomeranian that accepts being in a crate will make it a lot easier for you if you have to kennel him or take him on trips. Some areas have laws that pets cannot be loose in your vehicle. Dogs who are not used to being kenneled will become scared and stressed if they have to be kenneled at a groomer or veterinarian office.

The whole idea behind crate training is that a dog does not want to mess in its' bed. So by confining it to a small space you force it to hold its bladder and bowels until it can be out.

The pup must be able to stand up and turn around in the crate, however you do not want a crate that is too large. If your crate is too big the pup can still mess in the crate and sleep in another area. Line the crate with a blanket.

Pomeraians are small enough that you only need one crate for the life of the dog. Sometimes you can save money by buying use crates, just make sure to wash them well with bleach.

2.  Getting Started

The first few nights will be the worst. Put the crate near the back door, rather than in your bedroom. This makes it easier to get the pup out quicker, plus you won't hear the whining so it will be easier to ignore. You may find it handy to put a radio next to the crate and have music on softly to sooth the pup.

In the morning you

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