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Potty training was going so well… until it suddenly wasn’t. Let’s discuss why potty training regression is completely normal, what it actually means, and how to get back on track without feeling like you’ve failed your puppy. You have a stretch of good days, you start to feel confident, and then all of a sudden, the accidents are back. It feels like you’re back at square one, you start asking what you did wrong, and you might even wonder what’s wrong with your puppy. Here is the truth.Regression is normal. It doesn’t mean you failed. It doesn’t mean your puppy forgot everything. It means you are in the middle of the process. If this episode really resonates, I also recommend Episode 79: “Are You Still Struggling With Potty Training?” where I walk through the three key points I always cover with clients who are stuck. In this episode, I talk about: What potty training actually looks like (progress in NOT a straight line) The most common reason for potty training regression. Why regression seems to happen right at the end. How a small change in routine can have a big impact on your progress. The difference between a random accident and true regression. Enjoying this podcast? Please rate and review it wherever you listen. This helps other puppy parents find it. Other resources mentioned and related to this episode: Complete Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy: A free download that walks you through my complete process YNP #065: YOUR New Puppy: My signature new puppy course that has helped hundreds of new puppy parents raise their puppies into well-mannered, happy dogs. Includes live support from me so you don’t have to do this alone! Additional Potty Training Episodes: YNP #009: Why Indoor Pads Should Not Be Used When House Training Your Puppy YNP #010: Complete Guide to Potty Training Your Puppy YNP #039: Common Potty Accidents YNP #041: Raising a Puppy in an Apartment YNP #056: Potty Training for a Working Household YNP #072: Should You Use a Potty Bell? YNP #079: Are You Still Struggling With Potty Training? YNP #085: How to Handle Potty Training Overnight YNP #090: When Your Dog Hates the Rain YNP #092: Why Not to Punish Puppy Potty Accidents

YNP #105: Potty Training Regression