Dog Training Crate

Should I leave some water in the dog crate (crate training)?

I am trying to potty train my dog. I was told to leave her in a crate while I am away at work and let her out when I get home so she learns to go outside. I have tried many other methods like rubbing her face in it and spanking her and nothing worked. Since I am away for 18 hours at a time, would it be a good idea to leave a little bowl of water in her cage or would that complicate the training since drinking would make her want to go potty more?

you should leave water in her cage because that is a long time for a dog to be with out water. I really hope you mean 8 hours at a time not 18 because if for some reason it is 18 you may want to consider putting your dog into doggy day care.

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