When we accept the responsibility of taking in an older four legged friend, we have to realize that Potty training older dogs requires patience also.
This is a challenge but certainly can be done.
With all the new products on the market potty training your older dog can be easier than ever before.
There are products that your canine friend can go on during the day.
Potty Training an older dog in the house is a consideration.
  They will adapt quicker if you have given them some other training.
  An older dog learns faster if they have developed trust in people.
If you put fear into them your will lose the battle of trust.
There are pads you can use just as when you train a puppy.
These have a scent that  pets will go to faster.
Potty Training older dogs with these should be a big consideration.
This will allow you to get them to go no matter what the weather.
There are also other inhouse training items available, including grate and litter box type items.
We have to remember that just because a dog is older doesn't mean they are set in old ways.
If they come into a new environment they will take on new ideas and thus training becomes easier.
However it is important to let them know what you expect from them through positive training as soon as possible.
I believe that Potty Training older dogs is quite possible.
It requires patience.
  You will have much more success if you reward your friend each time they do go.
Just remember that after the accident has occurred it won't help to punish the dog.
They won't understand.
Try various methods of Potty training before giving up.
You may find just the perfect one or you may need to use a few!