You might find my definition of house training to be a little different than most.  To me it has to do with the behavior in the entire house and not just about teaching your dog to use the bathroom outside.  Takeaways: 1. Dog owners use a crate for teaching their dog where to go to the bathroom. 2. The crate is one of the cheapest and most valuable tools 3. The major interactions in the house you should provide structure Helpful Links: The Canine Cooperative Ohio Workshop Music: “Bad Dog” written by John Fusco and featured on his acclaimed double album “John the Revelator”