As you would with a puppy, take your adult dog outside to potty when he wakes up in the morning, when you let him out of his crate, after each meal, and last thing at night before going to bed. Until you have learned his needs and he has learned your schedule, take him out once an hour while he's loose in the house.
To potty train your puppy, establish a routine
Decide on a special treat that your puppy/dog will only get when after pooping or peeing outside.
Bring treats outside and make a potty schedule. First thing in the morning, take him to the bathroom, and reward him with a treat when you goes to the bathroom outside. In 2 hours, take him back outside and do the same thing until eventually he knows to go outside and you start taking him out less frequently.
Dogs are perfectly happy outside if they are going with you on a hike, for a walk, or to play fetch. Dogs are social animals that are used to living in packs, so spending long hours alone leaves them prone to feeling lonely, bored and marginalized.
While your pet may love being outdoors and is well-trained, it doesn't mean he will be safe. There are many dangers that your dog will experience when he's left alone outside, such as weather conditions, poisonous plants or chemicals, or attack by other animals.
How to train a puppy to pee outside
How to house train your dog or puppy
Take her out first thing in the morning, after breakfast, after dinner, and a few times throughout the day and before bedtime. If she doesn't go, bring her back inside and immediately put her in her crate for 10 minutes before trying again. Do not let her loose indoors if she has not eliminated outside!
Beginning with taking your dog outside the first thing in the morning, schedule trips outside about every two hours including after every meal. Then, make a final trip outside at night before you go to bed. If you have a long workday, consider having someone come and take the dog outside for a mid-day break.
What are the best dog breeds that can live outside?
Dogs can overheat very quickly in warm weather climates and can get hypothermia in cold, wet conditions." There is no breed or type of dog that is able to live outdoors full-time - dogs are domesticated, not wild, and they rely on humans for comfort and safety.