finest
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| 08/26/2007 1:50 PM |
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I've had my Pooh for about 10 months now nothing has changed as in animal wise we have had or other dog (rott mix) and our 3 outside cats, resently tho Pooh has desided to use the bathroom in the house and to make it worse its alot of times in my BED!!!!!!
i love my dog but im pulling my hair out, ive tried the retraining and EVERYTHING nothing is working at this time! Ive heard from other people that it could be the i am working anywhere from 40-45 hrs a wk and its a highly stressful job one my ONE day off im still running around and im not spending as much time as i use to with him and this could be him acting out on me??!?!?!
If it doesnt stop i hate to say this but ill have to find him a new home, it will break my heart tho sooo any help/advice would be loved ALOTTT
Pooh is l\my life and to see him acting like this after everything kills me---I HAVE NEVER EVER HAD THIS PROBLEM TILL NOW!-- and he will be a yr old september 11th! so i need HELPPPP
Thanks guy!
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Paul
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| 08/26/2007 2:04 PM |
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Is Pooh crate-trained? There is LOTS of information here in the training forums on that if you need some good advice. |
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"Train now, or forever hold your leash"
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Mitzy's Mom
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| 08/26/2007 3:16 PM |
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Also, just a thought, but if he was housetrained and has suddenly started this, he may have a urinary tract infection. They often pee on soft things and in inappropriate places when they've got a UTI.
If it isn't that I would definitely go to the crate training! Please don't give up on him. I'm sure even if it's not a UTI that this can be fixed. Crate training will keep him from pottying while you're gone. Don't give up on the little guy! |
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Mary Beth, mom to the Lollipop Kids
Georgia Foster Mom, New Rattitude
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Ski
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| 08/26/2007 3:39 PM |
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I've read that peeing/pooping on the bed, (or when they start going in the house when they didn't before) can be a sign of dominance. Maybe your dog needs to relearn that you are the boss.
http://sonic.net/~cdlcruz/GPCC/library/alpha.htm
I understand your frustration but I think it's bull#*#* to consider getting rid of a dog that is "your life". My two dogs are rescues that some a-holes deemed disposable, so that kind of talk really gets me PO'd.
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kp_in_scott
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| 08/26/2007 3:41 PM |
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| Use A CRATE!!!!!! It could save you a lot of heart ache in the end! |
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Kim, owned by one sweet Rattie mix and one sweet Toy Rattie and a house full of parrots |
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rattytatty
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| 08/26/2007 4:18 PM |
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If this is something that just started happening all of a sudden... yes I'd make sure he doesn't have a urinary tract infection. If he doesn't have a UTI, then by all means, close the bedroom door so he can't get on the bed... and begin crate training if he's not already crate trained. There are several articles on here about how to do it, and what a wonderful housetraining aid it is. Get help if you need to... but don't give your dog away to someone else. If there's a problem, you take every measure to correct it... but you don't just give the dog away.... sorry if I sound harsh, but it's how I feel... and I suspect it's the general consensus of the people on th forum also.
the problem is correctable.... |
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finest
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| 08/27/2007 12:34 PM |
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one when i stated that i needed to get rid of him its because i do not own my place and i cant have him doing this to it---when i got Pooh he was crate trained---2nd of all when i asked for advice i didnt ask for "lip" to get rid of him i would actually get him a good home not just throw him out im not heartless i wanted help on what to do not a bunch of people telling me WHAT i can or Cant do! if it comes down to it then something has got to be done
and too SKI please dont act like your GOD yes its great u saved 2 dogs but im not an idiot that would just throw him out-no everyone is like that so please get PO and dont comment on this if thats the only thing u have to save i want something a little more---get over it please!
to every one else thank you for actaully reading and posting something of help not telling me basically that im an idoit too--
and to the others i think in my form i put that i work 40+ hrs and taking all this time out is next to impossible i have really never met a bunch of people who think that everything should be a bed of roses--
to sum this up
1-he is crate trained
2-went to the vet no UTI
3-If it comes down to it; I HAVE TO GET RID of him--i can not lose my place over this
4-I LOVE MY DOG---weather you see this or not-if i didnt love him i wouldnt have came here and ask for a lil help i would have been a heartless B@%!* and got rid of him by now
5-please don't get so pissed-your not the only person on there trying to save dogs
6-and lastly please move on from here if all u want to do is voice your self as the only one that feels ur the better person
life is to short for all of you to get so PISSIE!
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DaisysMom
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| 08/27/2007 12:50 PM |
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You said he is crate trained? Can you be more specific? Is he in his crate with the door locked while you are at work? Have you begun crating him at night when you can not observe him? Have you denied him access to your bed?
You said, "I've tried the retraining and EVERYTHING nothing is working at this time!" What exactly and specifically have you done? You need to be very thorough in your response so that we may best understand the situation and provide the best advice, suggestions, etc. to your problem.
More questions --- are you feeding him on a schedule and when? How often and for how long is he given an opportunity to do his business outside?
As for working 40-45 hours a week. Is that something new. Most full-time/outside of the home employees work at least that many hours and still successfully have inside dogs. Do you make sure to take him on a 30 minute (at least) walk every morning? And preferably one in the evening as well. This can resolve a lot of issues all by itself.
I look forward to reading your response in order that i may have a better understanding of the situation and hopefully we can respond with some proactive steps you can take to help your dog understand what it is you wish him to do. |
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Tracey - Darlin' Daisy's Mom
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Mitzy's Mom
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| 08/27/2007 12:54 PM |
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Can you leave him in the crate while you are at work? I have to crate one of my dogs (he chases the cats) while I'm not at home, sometimes for 10-11 hours since we commute to work, and he is fine. It's either that or risk the cat or one of the dog getting hurt so we do what we have to.
And while you are at home maybe just start housetraining all over? Take him out to potty; if he doesn't go then keep him right with you on a lead...the second you see him making like he wants to go - take him out again. He's not that old and sometimes they need a refresher course.
I have to say that my 2 rattie puppies (Mitzy and Mayfly) have taken longer to housetrain than any of the other dogs I've had. This is a lot because I and hubby work such long hours.....and we understood that and just accepted that it would take longer. The other thing is that ratties (at least MY ratties) can be just a little stubborn...like when they want to go potty I better take them right that minute or else.... . And they don't like the rain either BUT Mayfly finally went potty in the rain yesterday for the first time!!! (I had a potty pad for her before.)
Hope this helps....sometimes we react a little strongly because we've seen so many ratties that need homes. Good to know that if you have to find another home for him you will find a good one. |
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Mary Beth, mom to the Lollipop Kids
Georgia Foster Mom, New Rattitude
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tauney4
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| 08/27/2007 1:02 PM |
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| OH MY GOODNESS YOU DOTN HAVE TO BE SO IRATE AND HATEFUL. GOSH I DONT KNOW WHAT TO TELL YOU FEAR YOU WILL BITE MY HEAD OFF TOO, THAT REALLY WAS NOT A NICE THING TO SAY!!!!!!! |
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Natasha
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| 08/27/2007 1:10 PM |
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| I dont think all the defensiveness was needed, nobody here is judging you, they are just trying to help. |
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swatson6
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| 08/27/2007 1:18 PM |
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| So lets let this go and help this Ash and her dog out. I agree with the crate, a short lead maybe to help keep an eye on him at all times when you are home. He could definately have regressed a little when your hours at work increased. I know you don't have a lot of time, but is he at least able to get in a walk or some playtime everyday? Ratties definately need excercise for their well being. A lot of us work long hours or are busy, so it can be done, it just may take a little bit and some patience. Sorry if you felt "jumped" on, but people here see a lot of ratties for rescue that people gave up on. Good luck, and I hope you can put the time and effort into that little boy. |
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Sarah
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MilliesMom
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| 08/27/2007 1:25 PM |
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| How about some time in a park after work to get rid of some of the energy so that the next day he won't be so anxious and willing to act out more by pooping in the house. The crate training is key because it will be better for the dog and much better for you. Also be sure he gets fed way before you leave so that he will poop outside and most likely not have to go again during the day. |
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rattytatty
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| 08/27/2007 1:35 PM |
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I agree... I'm not being critical here, but in order to really offer solid and effective advice, we do need to know more than just " ive tried the retraining and EVERYTHING nothing is working at this time!" Also... you never mentioned in your original post whether or not the dog was crate-trained, and to me that would be a BIG factor.
If your dog has just suddenly started urinating in your house... and on your bed... there's a reason for it, and it's probably a "reason" that most humans would not know or recognize. SOMEthing is triggering the change in behavior.
There's NO one here who doesn't wish to help you, but in order to do so we need more specific information.
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Russ' Pal
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| 08/27/2007 1:42 PM |
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If he's crate trained, why is he loose in the house while you are at work?
Have you tried crating him during your work shift since this problem has developed?
There are several products you can buy to clean up the urine spots in your rental. Look for "enzymes" on the label, these products will neutralize the smell. |
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swedishfish5
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| 08/27/2007 2:54 PM |
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Our puppy is having pooping issues also, we have just recently started crated her at night (she used to just be crated during the day) and she has not pooped in her crate yet...~~ This is only day 3 of trying this but she used to get out of our bed and poop on the carpet every night even though we took her for a walk at 9pm and let her outside at 11pm...
I think crate training would work the best too because that way you will know where your pup is and it can't get into things when you're gone!~ |
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