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Tips, guides, and stories for easier dog parenting.

41 posts · 7 topics · written by the Bark Potty team
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Behavior & Training

Introducing Your Dog to Bark Potty: A Step-by-Step Training Guide

Potty training can be a messy business, especially for apartment dwellers or busy pet parents. Thankfully, Bark Potty offers a convenient indoor solution! But how do you get your furry friend to embrace this new bathr...

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

The Top 5 Benefits of Using a Fire Hydrant for Your Dog

Welcoming a furry friend into your home comes with joy and responsibility. As pet owners, we strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for our dogs. One innovative solution that has gained popularity in rece...

By Michele Riley
Potty Training

Bark Potty: The Perfect Dog Potty Training Solution for Condo and Townhouse Dwellers

Living in a condo or townhouse with your four-legged friend has its unique perks and challenges. While the cozy environment and shared spaces are fantastic, the lack of a backyard can pose a problem when it comes to p...

By Michele Riley
Potty Training

Indoor Dog Potties: Do They Really Work?

As a dog owner, you may find yourself facing unique challenges when it comes to providing your furry friend with an appropriate place to relieve themselves. This is especially true if you work long hours, live in an a...

By Michele Riley
Seasons & Holidays

How to Handle Rainy Days with a Dog

Handling rainy days with your dog: Bark Potty’s indoor potty tips and routines to keep pups comfortable and accidents at bay.

By Bark Potty
Behavior & Training

A Quick Guide to Different Dog Training Approaches

Finding the right training approach can make a big difference in how easily and quickly dogs learn. Whether you opt for clicker training or go the positive reinforcement route, each method has pros and cons to consider. 

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Outdoors v. Indoors: Which Is Better for Potty Training?

There are many potty training options for dog pawrents today. But which one is best for your pup? 

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Potty Training Tips for Stubborn Dogs

Is your pup hell-bent on resisting potty training? We’re here to give you a couple of tips for a smooth potty training journey for you and your strong-willed dog! 

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

5 Interesting Facts About Potty Training Your Dog

Potty training for dogs has some tried and true rules: be consistent, set a schedule, and provide plenty of positive reinforcement. But there may be a couple of potty-related facts that may surprise even the most seas...

By Bark Potty
Behavior & Training

How a Dog's Life Stage Affects Potty Behavior

There’s a major learning curve (or three) when it comes to potty training dogs. But do you know how each stage of life will affect your pooch’s bathroom habits? Here’s the down and dirty about how a doggo’s life stage...

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Understanding Common Potty Habits in Dogs

For humans, canine potty habits can be puzzling at best and mind blowingly frustrating at worst. Whether your doggo uses an indoor dog bathroom or handles business outdoors, potty behaviors can seem like a mystery. Co...

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Top 5 Reasons You Should Use an Indoor Dog Potty

Selecting a potty solution is one of the most important decisions you make as a dog pawrent. Check out some of the top five reasons you should consider a dog bathroom below!

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Fixing Common Potty Training Issues

Feeling pooped out about potty accidents? Read on to learn more about common potty training issues and how to resolve them once and for all! 

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

When Dogs Forget Their Potty Training

Your potty trained dog is suddenly starting to go in inappropriate places and seems to have all but forgotten their learned potty habits. Could it be possible that your furry one has actually forgotten their training? 

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Potty Training Tips for Disabled Dogs

Having a disabled fur baby brings an additional set of challenges that can make potty training feel overwhelming. Keep reading for some helpful potty training tips!

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Dealing with Potty Accidents

Potty accidents aren’t just frustrating for pup paw-rents, dogs are also affected by them and how we handle them. Read on to find out more about common causes and how to deal with them. 

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

5 Potty Training Mistakes You Didn’t Know You Were Making

Command. Reward. Praise. It all sounds simple until you try to potty train your dog. In this post, we’ll discuss five potty training mistakes that you may have not thought of but are contributing to your potty trainin...

By Bark Potty
Potty Training

Evolution of Potty Training for Dogs

Dogs have been man's loyal best friends for a very long time. These amazing animals have been kept by humans for centuries for their loyalty, companionship, and service. However, housebreaking is something that a lot ...

By Gretchen Schroeder