My 10 week old puppy had his first rounds of vaccinations 2 days ago. How long do we have to wait to start outside potty training?
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As long as no other dogs frequent your yard, and Emmitt has no contact with unvaccinated dogs, it's fine to start potty training him now. He will not be fully vaccinated until he has had three rounds of vaccines total. When you take him outside to potty train, keep him confined to your yard and do not leave him alone.
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You can get started right away! Consistency is the key to house training, so be sure to take Emmitt outside often - after eating, napping, playing, or at least every 2-3 hours. Reward appropriate potty behavior with praise and a small treat. If you catch him in the act of eliminating in the house, say "no" and take him straight outside. If you find an accident around the house, there is no need to scold or punish him.
The main concern at this point is that Emmitt is not fully vaccinated against some highly contagious viruses, such as parvovirus. Until he has received his full distemper/parvovirus vaccine series, keep him away from other dogs. This includes areas where other dogs may have previously eliminated, such as parks or around your neighborhood. Keep Emmitt confined to your backyard until his vaccine series is complete.
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