Japanese Spitz Training Guide – Crate, Toilet & More Tips!

Dog training is essential to enjoying a good relationship with your dog, ensuring your home is protected from unnecessary damage, and, most importantly, ensuring the dog knows how to behave around other animals and people.

This article will examine everything you need to know about training a Japanese Spitz.

Should I Train My Japanese Spitz?

Yes, you should train your Japanese Spitz. All dogs should be trained so they don’t pose a danger to other dogs, animals, or people. It is also essential that you house train your dog so they don’t make a mess of your home.
 

Are Japanese Spitz Easy To Train?

The good news is that the Japanese Spitz breed is regarded as being relatively easy to train. They are an intelligent breed that is generally well-behaved, if a little spirited.

Training should be straightforward as long as you start from a young age and make it engaging.
 

What Kind Of Training Does A Japanese Spitz Need?

You will need to potty train Japanese Spitz dogs like any other breed. House training a young puppy can be challenging but will save you a lot of hassle and mess in the future.

As well as potty training Japanese Spitz puppies, you should also consider crate training them so they have a safe space to sleep or be transported. Crate training can also help with toilet training.

Obedience training and socialising Japanese Spitzes in puppy classes also ensure the dog learns how to behave around other dogs, animals, children, and adults and knows how to behave in general.
 

Toilet Training A Japanese Spitz Puppy

Ensuring your dog is potty trained should be a priority for most people. The sooner your dog knows how to behave in your home, the better.

When to start toilet training your Japanese Spitz puppy

In a perfect world, you can toilet-train your puppy immediately. However, because of the dog’s development, this might not be possible. After around three months, the dog should be able to control its bladder to some extent, so starting at this age is advised.

How to start toilet training with your Japanese Spitz puppy

The following tips should help you toilet-train your Japanese Spitz puppy.

Arrange a schedule

Arranging a schedule for your dog to get used to is an important part of potty training for dogs. It might take them a while to get used to it, but taking them out first thing in the morning and last thing at night should be part of the schedule.

Designate a potty zone

When you take the dog outside, try to designate a zone that your dog can associate with going to the toilet. You might have a garden with a tree, a lampost in the street, or maybe visit a nearby park. Over time, the dog will start to understand why it is being taken to this area.

Use the same commands

Consistency is important, and saying the same things will help when you are trying to toilet-train a dog.

Use positive reinforcement

Let the dog know it has done a good job immediately, so there is no room for confusion. Using a happy, congratulatory tone, stroking your dog’s head, and rewarding them with a treat can all be great ways to encourage them.

Confine

Try to confine your dog in your home to a certain area and use puppy pads to define a toilet area. As the dog learns to control its bladder, you can move it outside.

Understand your dog

Learn how long after drinking or eating your dog needs to go to the toilet. This should be relatively consistent. You should also start to pick up the signs that it needs to go.

Be patient

Accidents will happen – don’t get downhearted or tell your dog off. Be patient, and your dog will pick it up over time.
 

Crate Training Your Japanese Spitz

Crate training might not be something that immediately springs to mind when choosing the right breed, but it can provide a safe area for your dog to relax, sleep, and be transported.

Why is it important to crate-train your Japanese Spitz puppy?

Dogs naturally like to have a den as their place to feel safe, and a crate can replicate this in your home.

When to start crate training your Japanese Spitz puppy

Introducing a dog crate to a puppy will help it get used to being in the room, and it won’t seem scary to it.

How to crate train your Japanese Spitz puppy

Here are some simple steps to help you crate-train puppies and ensure they enjoy their space.

Introduce them to the crate from a young age

If possible, try to have the crate in your home when you get the puppy. This way, it can get used to it from the stat. Put blankets and toys in so it is an appealing option.

Using blankets, the dog has already used, its scent is in there, and hiding treats will also give it a positive experience.

Keep the door open and go slowly

Sit close to the crate and let your dog explore it without closing the door. Feeding treats through the side of the crate can be a good way to engage with the puppy.

Gradually start closing the crate door

Gradually start to close the door over time but stay with the puppy. Over time, you can close the door and go away for a short period, gradually extending the length of time you are away until the dog is completely comfortable in the crate.

Pros and cons of crate training

The pros of crate training Japanese Spitzes include;

• The dog will have a safe space to go and relax
• It is an ideal location for the dog to sleep
• You will be able to transport the dog in the crate
• It can help with toilet training as the dog won’t want to go where it sleeps.

The cons of crate training your puppy include;

• It might think being put in the cage is a punishment
• The dog might suffer from separation anxiety
• The dog might suffer from claustrophobia.

Can I Train My Japanese Spitz To Do Tricks?

The Japanese Spitz dog breed is highly intelligent, so that it will pick up training and tricks relatively easily.
 

Tips For Training Your Japanese Spitz

Different training methods might suit different dogs or owners, but the following tips should help.

Be consistent

Chopping and changing routines will only confuse your dog. Try to come up with a training plan and stick to it.

Positive reinforcement is key

Dogs react to their owners, and showing them you are happy will encourage them to continue behaving in a certain way.

Avoid over-using treats

Using treats as an incentive can be a great way to get dogs to do what you want, but it can also lead to weight gain and upset stomachs. Try to limit the number of treats your dog will get in a day.

Consider clicker training

Replacing treats with clicks can condition your dog to understand they have done something good and associate it with a reward without giving them a treat every time.
 

Final Thoughts on Training A Japanese Spitz

Potty training a Japanese Spitz can be challenging for the puppy owner, but persistence is essential. Puppy school can also be a great way to train your dog how to be around other dogs, and obedience school should be considered to ensure your dog obeys your commands, especially when it is out for a walk.

Using a dog crate can be good for your pet to enjoy quiet time in a safe environment and should also be considered.