A lot of us have decided to welcome new puppies into our homes over the past couple of years – Kennel Club figures show dog ownership soared almost 8% when the pandemic hit and demand for four-legged friends after the lockdown remains high.
There is a huge selection of 221 different purebred dog breeds to choose from, as well as plenty of crossbreeds, so there is a lot of thought to be done before selecting the latest addition to your family.
One of the trickier perspectives for new owners is making sure their new pet is quickly toilet trained – knowing they have to go outside to relieve themselves.
Here are the 10 easiest dog breeds to train.
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A combination of intelligence and an eagerness to please means that the Australian Shepherd will quickly get used to going outside.
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It’s no surprise to see the Border Collie on this list. They are the smartest dog breed in the world and pick up complex commands quickly, making toilet training easy.
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Cage training works especially well with the cute Bichon Frize – creating a safe space for your puppy that they will want to keep dry and clean.
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The Boston Terrier shouldn’t need convincing to use the bathroom. Any lingering stubbornness can be dealt with with treats.
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