Seeing as this was a small BM for her I made her return to the grass to "finish her business". I have a 9 year old German Shepherd. I'm at a loss and thinking it might be her time (she has some difficulty getting up and can't get up and down the stairs any longer). Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda onto the area, making sure to cover the entire spot. He is six years old. What To Do When Your Old Dog Forgets Her House Training. With rescued dogs, it could be that their previous owners punished them for going potty so these dogs sneak away to poop. Guide To Australian Shepherd Training & Care, Join in and write your own page! There are many things that could be causing this behaviorranging from mental to physical to situationalso you may need to do some investigative work in order to figure out the exact trigger. Once out he starts licking me and jumping like crazy. If the area is carpeted, wear latex gloves and work the vinegar deep into the carpet fibers. Question: Our 12 year old Pyrenees is having hip issues and starting to poop when he stands up, as if he has no feeling. 3 year old Pomeranian we have had him for over a year now he always would go out side we have him on a schedule when he goes out the past few days he has been hiding in my kitchen and peeing and shutting in there after I've been outside with him I spend about 30 to 45 minutes with him outside and he will go but then he came back in and did more on floor there is nothing outside to distract him why is he doing this, I have a 6 month old puppy. My daughter brought home a boxer pup about a month and a half ago. Any ideas are greatly appreciated!!!! I am now pregnant and coming up to my due date she has now started going in the house again once every few weeks, could that have to do with the pregnancy or is it something entirely different? Most likely, as your birthing day is nearing, you have had several changes going on that are disrupting your dog's routine. They all play together. I have a pug that seems to have the symptoms of this. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on April 24, 2020: When there are all of a sudden changes in a dog that was doing well in the potty training department, something must be going on. Pheromones plug-ins, Bach flowers, and other calming aids can help during transitions. He's pretty needy normally..he follows me everywhere most of the time. Simply click here to return to Australian Shepherd Q & A. Woke up early today, every day, 6 a, to take him out only to step in poop and drag it all through my bedroom, grrrr. It's happened 2 days in a row in our dining room that has hardwood floors. I looked for triggers as to why she might not want to go outside. She eats at 5 or 6 with a cookie or 2 as a snack to come upstairs at 8-9. Question: My chihuahua mix is 9 years old and today he pooped in the house. Spray the soiled area with distilled white vinegar. He doesnt even try to ask to go out anymore. The area designated for potty time may be too overstimulating or distracting to the dog. Tossing treats to the ground when they first come in may also help remove the focus from the excited greeting. With no couch to go on, you may be able to see signs he has to go potty. Did he poop becuase he couldnt hold it in or is he sick? We got a kitten about three weeks ago, but she isn't stressed about her, she loves the new animal. For example, for a sensitive dog, even re-arranging furniture can be enough to trigger stress and stress is a big reason why dogs start pooping in the house. It may be a good idea to get a flashlight and see from a distance what may be happening. Perhaps she has joint pain or some GI disorder. Feeding your puppy or dog at the same times each day and keeping their routine the same can translate to predictable "outings." Movement stimulates bowel movements. What if you let your dog meet your friend outside and walk together and then come all back inside? If I recall well, pennies that were minted after 1982 are the problematic ones. Perhaps there are too many noises, or perhaps other dogs and people make him feel on edge. In many cases, however, pooping at night could be related to a medical issue, and your dog could be in pain. We love her and she is almost perfect except that after long walks and trips outside, she still sneaks in the dining room and poops. Answer: If they were kept in a cage previously, this could have helped them "hold it" better considering that dogs have a tendency to not want to soil where they sleep. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on November 22, 2019: Lori, it may very well be that the pressure along with the energy demands of the pregnancy which can sometimes affect the intestinal flora. There are medications for weak sphincters if this is due to her being fixed. Keep an eagle eye on her. We changed to a better kibble that is grain free a few months back and it seemed to help, now the same issue. If medical conditions are ruled out, examine whether you have recently moved, changed schedules, or introduced a new pet or baby to the home. I work from home. Let the baking soda sit for at least 1 hour. He started pooping in the basement. He could have torn his ACL which is very painful and may have caused him to associate going in the yard with pain. Nature's Miracle is a popular product. A recent study has come out showing that dogs suffering from canine atopic dermatitis were found to exhibit several problematic behaviors as a result of their intense itching. Affected dogs were also found to be less trainable, possibly due to sleep deprivation and associated stress. Note: if we don't catch him in the act, we clean it up without scolding him. Make sure the area he poops in is cleaned well with an enzymatic cleaner. I've talked to her about it many times, but she refuses to do anything. Take him out at the slightest signs. Question: My four-year-old Maltipoo is house trained, however, if she has an accident she ALWAYS has used a rug in the downstairs hallway. Dr. Amanda Nascimento, DMV, MVSc, Ph.D., explains, "Dogs cant talk to us to tell us whats wrong, so we have to look at their behavior and other signals that may alert us. The jumper is now attatched to a running leash while she is outide. Or maybe you need to clean it more frequently as he doesn't want to get dirty. Since then we've had several accidents in the house. My male dal has no issues. Next, if he poops in the same area, try to keep that area inaccessible, like put a furniture or box there. It could also be they were relinquished in the first place for their inappropriate elimination. Are you crating her at night? It sounds like she is failing to poop in the yard when sent out for a good half hour. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on November 04, 2018: Moving to another area, although short-lived, can cause regression in some dogs. We don't know what to do. I have a 14.5 yr old dog that had just recently begun to poop in the house. It's always in the same spot and at night and mostly happens straight after being outside. Melatonin can be helped for dogs unable to sleep at night. She knows when she has done sonething wrong by her demeanor but for whatever reason she does it anyway. I've caught him peeing the the litter box. The goal her would be putting your puppy on a feeding schedule (dogs fed meals twice a day, morning and evening are more likely to poop at certain times of the day, keep tabs on that), taking her out before she has a chance to poop, and training her to go potty on command https://pethelpful.com/dogs/How-to-Train-a-Dog-to- Hello, We have the sweetest one year old golden. It doesnt matter if we are home or away. It could be that he is fearful of something outside or just insecure so he holds it until he's inside and feels safer. Any thoughts? We live in a condo so housetraining has been difficult, but we were getting there by keeping him a regular routine. At first she was good about going outside and then she started going in the house about six weeks ago. Keep an eye on him, and if it happens again, mention it to your vet. Praise him and give him a yummy treat. If you use kibble, be sure to educate yourself on how to select high-quality dog foods by reading the labels. Something must be going on. Perhaps you've been leaving your dog at home for longer periods of time than he is accustomed to. Identifying and removing environmental stressors can definitely help eliminate this behavior in certain cases. My two year old female King charles spaniel has within the last two weeks started to poop and sometimes pee in the dining room. Effort in futility because everything was used to potty on. If your dog spends plenty of time outside but still poops indoors, chances are he may feel somewhat uncomfortable outside. He is allergic to chicken so he gets a no grain venison food. Keep an eye on the dog all the time if possible. I hate leaving them kenneled when I'm gone, but it feels hopeless. First things first, try to keep him on a feeding schedule (feed him same time each day), this helps you better keep track of when he needs to potty. But after day one shes seemed comfortable around me, and now its day four and shes still choosing to poop indoors. It can be he is very stressed or in pain. More on this here: https://pethelpful.com/dogs/Why-is-My-Puppy-Hiding Also, if possible aim to train him to potty on cue: more on this here: Last but not least, clean up indoor accidents with an odor neutralizer and make sure you have a clear view of your dog at all times when you know he is due to pee/poop soon. When she poops, she has the habit of eating it. We do feed him good food. If you can limit her to an uncarpeted area, that would be preferable. If so, consider a potential beginning of cognitive dysfunction. ( she pees and poops on the pad regularly, and she always happily come to us after that for reward ) She has little excitement pee issues since her puppy time, other than that she is very smart and she can hold her pee for hours if she is outside traveling. How do I stop this behavior? When adopting a puppy from a pet store, rescue, or breeder, it's always a good idea to ask exactly what surface was used to let the puppy go potty. We got him less then a week ago, I gave a 5 month old teddy bear he has been pooping and peeing outside ever since I got him( Ive had him since he was 2 months )I take him out right after he eats and every hour now every morning he is pooping in the house he goes out every morning at 7am so I dont get it, Hello, I have a female chihuahua that will be 2 in May. LOL. I put potty pads down to hopefully be able to keep the rugs down as well. Question: We have recently adopted a dog, she is lovely and seems to love it here. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on September 13, 2020: Rachel and Sam, any type of stress or anxiety can surely play a number on dogs and cause them to have accidents. Is this just rebellious behaviour (he is maturing elsewhere so perhaps its a burst of testosterone that is changing this behaviour?) Poor buddiesthey mean no harm but just cant express their unwarranted anxieties to us. Sudden diet changes may also cause an upset stomach and a sense of urgency, especially if you have switched to a lower-grade food with lots of fillers and grains. Suddenly its three days in a row inside. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on May 18, 2020: It could be stress playing a role as being dropped off in a new place and being given a bath, restrained and using odd tools around them can be scary. There have been occasions especially when training, where my Aussies have gone to my bacement and done the same thing. He does not alert at the door here, ever. Our 12 year old Lab has inexplicably started pooping in the house. The door will be wide open, and he will go pee in the living room. Perhaps everything has been going according to plan during the day, but you've been waking up in the morning to find that he has pooped inside the house at night. Do this repeatedly until the puppy learns to potty exclusively on grass. What can we do to stop this? That's the main purpose behind using dog crates for potty training dogs. He has never repeatedly done this, only when hes clearing not feeling well or we had to switch his food. I let them outside every 2 hours for at least 40 mins. She is out cold snoring by 9-9:30. Question: My mother has given me her 6 month old collie. Feed your dog at regular times every day and take him outdoors to potty before or after each meal. She can't help it. All dog owners should have their dogs' stools checked for parasites at least once a year. He will be 3 in January. It could be she isn't due to all the distractions in your yard. There are many possibilities. Make it a routine for your dog to potty right away when he gets outside before playing. She turned around, reluctantly, and pooped again out in the back yard. So, if a puppy was trained to pee on paper indoors and then is adopted into a new home where she is expected to pee on grass outdoors, she may seek out surfaces other than grass. I have a very well trained 6 year old German shepherd x American staffy and just recently she has been pooping inside non stop, I've cleaned the area thoroughly, fed her earlier, taken her outside shortly after feeding, a couple of hours before bed, and then again just before bed and she still does it, she doesn't have anxiety as nothing in my household has changed and I've lived here for almost 3 years and she always pooped outside but for the past 2 weeks it's been inside, we have ruled out medical condition as we had her checked just in case What can I do to stop her from pooping in the house as I'm now at wits end and have no idea what else I can do Adrienne Farricelli (author) on April 01, 2020: Hi there, so sorry your are dealing with this, I feel for you. A sudden change in your dog's life or schedule can cause anxiety, which may result in him relieving himself as a reaction. There are several books on separation anxiety in dogs. Most dogs do not do well if they are left alone for long periods of time (four hours or more). My next step is top trap her upstairs and hope she will bark to let me know she wants to go downstairs to poop! When outside we reward heavily when she goes to the bathroom. we recently adopted a dog, she is 6 years old and house trained. Stephanie, you can try walking him and not coming back in until he poops. You may need to crate her if she is crate trained when you cannot supervise. She never "asks" to go out because she is mostly an outdoor dog as we live in VT on 5 acres, I put a GPS collar on her and just watch where she roams. He seems better after I bathe him and let warm water run over it several minutes. Separation anxiety can cause a number of strange behaviors in dogs, including defacation. Something must have spooked him. Is it OK if I go back to crating him when were not home? You may need to see whether she poops or not during the half hour. The vet can't tell me what's wrong either. Then, in the home, the urge may be too strong and she has an accident. Help. Is this bad? If you suspect a medical problem, see your vet right away to rule out medical causes. We take her out often, and she will be outside with us for a good long time and then still come in and go poop. We have a big fenced in back yard and she has availability to come in and out and she pleases. Why would he start pooping in the house? Pooping in dogs requires them to be a bit in a vulnerable position, and it requires a bit of concentration. Of course, nowadays, there are usually no predators threatening your dog, but those instincts may still prevail. We live out in the country and my closest neighbors live quite a ways away so shes not distracted. Question: I have a seven-year-old dog; he is trained on the pee pad. When do these accidents happen? Sometimes, this can be indicative of some nerve problems; this is definitely something worth mentioning to your vet. He is by my side all day and everywhere I go. Sometimes, the behavior can be due to the dog feeling cold outside and not wanting to stay long in the yard. You may also find it helpful training your dog to poop on command. Last night she proceeded to go and pee on my bed after not only being outside for about 2 hours but also after had a cuddle and loving on session with my husband. Be sure that when you are at home with your dog, you give him plenty of exercise and mental stimulation in the form of games and outdoor play. Ive had builders in the house recently would this unsettle him? Perhaps your mom wasn't providing access to water several hours prior to bedtime? Site Blog, Training & Care Ebook We love him so much, but this habit needs to stop. Are there any changes in his surroundings? Answer: If he has always been perfect in using the litter pan, and this is a new behavior, it may be worth giving him the benefit of the doubt. Poor thing couldnt hold it anymore. My Aussie is 3 years old and is housebroken. Q & A Forum Scolding the dog for these accidents will only worsen the anxiety the dog feels. I don't want to put her down just for pooping in the house but we're at a loss as to why she's started this. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on July 26, 2020: Hi Jonathan, I think you are correct. It first happened sometime during my first night there, we noticed in the morning. Perhaps he has some medical issue going or is stressed by something? Answer: It is difficult to determine exactly what may be causing these setbacks, but it could be possible that your pregnancy is affecting her. I dont see anything that has changed. He's such a cute, good, happy, social dog. Dogs with low thyroid levels may resent being outside due to feeling more cold than usual so they may want to go back inside fast. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on March 28, 2020: What are you doing when you notice him pooping or peeing in the house? Answer: If your Great Dane was always remarkable in the potty training department, and now is having accidents, it may be that there's a medical problem at play. Often these signals are in the form of changing their routine or doing something that is not at all in their character. In any, case, it's important to make sure she has ample of opportunities to poop outside. He was potty pad trained when he came to us and we let him stick to them for the first few weeks while he settled in and got used to us and the new place, etc. If you leave them alone for long periods of time, accidents are inevitable. Alternatively, you can try to keep the bedroom doors closed and see if he goes back to using the pee pads. My dog got cut at the groomers on his paws. Why has he started pooping in the house? Any advice would be appreciated. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on August 31, 2020: Hi Kristin, I really think that a vet visit is in order since he seems in pain. I literally know if they did it because they will be hiding in the corner trembling because they knew they did something bad What gives? Vacuum the area to remove all traces of baking soda. Signs of anxiety and distress include whining, pacing, barking, howling, panting, digging, and pooping. Her puppy has been pooping in the house for a year now (shes very bad at training him properly) so I dont understand why all of a sudden he has decided to poop in the house again himself. Only once he reliably uses the pee pad for several days, you can then give him more freedom. 2 minutes. Watch on your reaction when he goes potty in the home. It could be just the stress of all this, but there too can be a medical reason. Some dogs do not do well when they are left alone. Lately, even with consistent walking and pooping and peeing during walking, he's still peeing or pooing in the house. Your dog may perceive the area as a den and dogs are naturally inclined not to want to poop where they sleep so she may alert you, but it may take some time. Question: Two years ago, I got a pit mix from the pound. We have never really had any problems with her peeing and pooping in the house (only once in a while when she's not let out). Hes never done this before up until now. Are you making sure she goes potty when outside? She ran right upstairs and pooped AGAIN. This can be stress-related or related to other health issues.". When he goes, throw a party! She has also in the past few days been starting to pee in the house as well. Cover the areas your dog has access to with pads. Although she has been house-trained for nearly a year without issues, she is now pooping in the house almost every night (for the past week)!!! We take him out after he eats and doesnt go to the bathroom but poops inside after how do I stop this? If your dog is properly house-trained, he will have tried to keep it in as long as he could but just couldn't hold it any longer because you were away for too long. These dogs are often referred to as "porch sitters.". You can also try leaving your dog a yummy bone to chew on or hide treats around the house so that he has something to occupy him while you're away. When a dog is over threshold, going potty is the last thing they think about because they may be fearing for their life. Dogs can be similar. We taker her outside every hour, and sometimes she will go to the bathroom. I have a 4 yr old Shih-Apso rescue, house broken. Recently he has started pooping when he is somewhere that there is a carpet, even though he was doing so great, going weeks without an accident. Question: I have a 5-month-old puppy and he has no trouble going to the toilet outside but he still pees and poos inside even though he's taking out several times a day how can I stop this? We dont know how to deal with that .. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on October 24, 2019: Puppy mom, is your puppy neutered or is he intact? Simply click here to return to. Regardless, make sure to clean accidents in the home with an enzyme-based cleaner, keep her in area where you can carefully monitor without obstructed views and coax her quickly outside at the first sign of needing to go potty. If it is exclusively a night-time issue, and your dog is not old and spends plenty of time outdoors, I would recommend visiting your vet immediately to determine whether the behavior has a medical cause. I want my dog to walk nicely and calmly on the leash. 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