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Module 8: Graduation Checklist
How to know your puppy is actually potty trained — not just lucky.
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The four signals
30 consecutive accident-free days; reliable signal at the door; holds 4+ hours awake; sleeps through the night dry.
What 'trained' doesn't mean
Adolescent regressions (6–10 months) are normal. UTIs, stress, schedule changes, and new environments can all cause setbacks. Don't take it personally.
Lifetime maintenance
Even 'trained' adults need a final pee before bed and a first one within 30 minutes of waking. Build it into your routine forever.
Key takeaways
- ★30 dry days is the real bar
- ★Adolescent regressions are normal
- ★Routine is forever, not a phase
Lesson checklist
Action items to put this module into practice.
- Count your dry-day streak
- Confirm an at-door signal
- Note any regression triggers
- Lock in lifetime morning + bedtime outings