However, you should still be prepared to spend at least some time training your senior dog if you decide to get one. [substeps] Senior dogs are typically already potty trained.
[header] How to know if a senior dog is right for your family [title] Realize that most senior dogs are trained. [step] Puppies are adorable creatures that are easy to love, but housebreaking a puppy can be a frustrating and tedious process. A prime benefit of bringing a senior dog into your home is that, in most instances, the housebreaking has been done for you.