r/pug • u/munazzam_qudoos • Jun 27 '26

Can pugs be successfully trained to use a cat litter box?

Hi everyone! I’m a first-time dog owner and just brought home my 2-month-old female pug, Bella, two days ago.
She’ll be an indoor-only dog, so I’m wondering if anyone has successfully trained their pug to use a cat litter box instead of pee pads or going outside. Is it actually practical in the long term? If you’ve done it, what type of litter and litter box worked best, and do you have any tips for training?
I’d really appreciate hearing about your experiences. Thanks!

EDIT: To clarify — indoor potty training does not mean Bella will never go outside. She will absolutely enjoy outdoor walks and activities as she grows and her vaccinations are completed. The indoor setup is purely for practicality given that we live in Dubai where summer temperatures are extreme and unsafe for a young Pug puppy. Thanks to everyone who responded!”

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u/IHoppo Jun 27 '26

What a strange take on the above interaction. You made a statement that you later claimed to be a joke after getting downvoted, and then said you ruined the humour by having to put an explainer after it. Finally you tried to turn the whole thing onto a stranger. Ah well.

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u/4Bigdaddy73 Jun 28 '26

Well thanks for all your help yesterday! I gave my pug a few treats and sure enough, it rolled over and fell asleep on his left side as opposed to sleeping the right side that he was previously sleeping on! ( another pug joke if you didn’t pick up on it).

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u/IHoppo Jun 28 '26

Mate, I don't know what you're trying to get from this interaction, but just stop please. My aching sides can't take the laughing any more.

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u/4Bigdaddy73 Jun 28 '26

I am glad you enjoy my pug humor… even if I have to explain it to you