RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
My dog did that. Maybe she's shy and doesn't like people watching her. Try shutting her outside after a walk for a while, and if she goes give her loads of praise.
Posted on 10/28/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
Yep I had one pup that did that.
1) Spray fav area with white vinegar.
2) Put the poop outside and praise it.
3) Tell pup to 'potty outside" in sing-song cheerful voice when he does make a BIG happy deal giving LOTS of praise.
4) Take him out 30-45 mins after feeding.
5) Walk around and if still no poop bring inside and crate him for one hour.
6) Try again you should then get poop.
Praise, praise and praise some more. This worked for our sweet adorable STUBBORN yorkie
Good luck
Posted on 10/23/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
Try removing the scent with Arm & Hammer Odor Eliminator. We get it for $2.00 at Dollar General.
Posted on 10/20/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
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By Shelter Worker (Guest Post)
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Some SCARY suggestions here yet the answer is very simple.
Much like people, dogs need a certain amount of movement in order to poop. You need to be taking that dog on at least two 30-45 minute brisk walks/jogs EVERY DAY, rain or shine. Ideally that should be about 1/2 - 1 hour or so after the dog eats their smaller morning meal and larger evening meal (or vice versa depending on what works best for you).
This has NOTHING to do with being submissive, trained, or anything other than simple biology. Do NOT ever scold the dog for not pooping or for having an accident. Do NOT confine the dog until they "learn" to poop on some stressful commands, nudges or whatever you want to call it. That will only create an unhappy, stressed, nervous dog.
DO take your dog on long, enjoyable walks and praise briefly when they pee or poop (ALWAYS scoop!) and continue walking for at least 5-10 minutes longer after they do their business because you don't want them to associate pooping with ending their biggest fun of the day.
It doesn't matter what the weather is. Your dog physically needs more movement for good health, socialization and happiness but also to reach the house training you want.
The dog is NOT being stubborn or trying to defy you. They simply can't poop as fast as you want them to go and not without adequate exercise. If that means you need to get up 30 minutes earlier; that's what you MUST do. Yes, the dog will enjoy all kinds of new smells and places to visit and that's EXACTLY what you should be giving your dog every day. Very actively exercising for 30 minutes is not the same thing as standing for 30 minutes so get the running shoes on! :)
This will work like clockwork if you are consistent. One of my dogs is iron clad housebroken but he needs his 1 mile minimum walk to be able to poop. Cut him short and he'll poop right in front of you.
He's almost 9 years old and that will never change but it also isn't a problem. So what if one dog poops right outside the driveway and the other needs a longer walk? They should be getting the same exercise regardless so just be patient and get yourself on a good schedule.
Also note your dog is NOT saving it to poop in a favorite spot. The dog simply can't poop before they've had enough exercise to do so and because they aren't getting long enough walks and proper exercise outside the time to poop keeps coming when they are inside. Using the same spot shows you the dog is smart and they DO get the idea of house training. All you need to do is make a few simple adjustments and you'll be well trained in a day or two. NO kidding.
Also, thoroughly double clean every place the dog may have had an accident using an enzyme based cleaner. Feed at very regular times and do not leave food out all day. Regular feedings + regular LONG walks/jogs = immediately housebroken dog and very happy pet and owner.
I only have my dogs relieve themselves in our yard for the "quick pees" they need at various times in the day. Letting a dog into the yard is NOT exercise. Your dog needs and deserves better and it will only benefit you both. Your dog is also much more likely to pee first/several times before they even think of pooping so just keep walking, scoop immediately and walk some more before coming home.
The added exercise will help stop all kinds of bad behaviors before they start because your dog will be better exercised/more tired and more mentally stimulated. Good luck!
Posted on 10/20/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
Use an enzymatic cleaner to remove the scent of her inside poops. She may be looking for signals as to the right place to poop (i.e. where others have pooped).
Posted on 10/20/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
Every puppy can have different issues. As one person stated, taking care of #2 can take longer. Also, if you allow them to keep wandering, they can get easily distracted. Keep the 'walk' to a limited area. If the dog is a submissive dog, they may be less likely to take care of business where there are other dogs scents.
Crate training definitely can help. Also, schedule the dog to go out regularly (when she first gets up, after she eats,etc.). IF she goes outside, she shouldn't have to go insides.And of course PRAISE her when she does go outside. Lastly, work on her letting you know when she does need to go. Use a phrase when you take her outside.
We use 'hurry ups'. When my dog 'nudges' me, I can ask if he needs to go hurry ups and I can get a valid answer. You might also want to tie a bell on a rope by the door you take her out and every time you take her out, ring the bell and use your phrase. She should learn quickly that ringing the bell gets her to go outside. Good Luck
Posted on 10/19/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
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By Phantom Queen (Guest Post)
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Crate training is a great idea, we did it with our puppy and it was wonderful. However, if you do not want to do this, follow the recommendations of the other 2 commenter...bring the poop to where you want her to go and make sure you are giving her enough time. The other thing you need to do is clean the area with an enzyme cleaner specifically designed to remove pet waste. Otherwise she will continue to smell her past markings (pee or poop) and continue to go there.
Posted on 10/18/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
Just from experience remove the "inside poop" and place it outside where you want puppy to poop, let her smell and see it and she will eventually get the hint. :)
Posted on 10/17/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
We thought we had the same problem, until we realized that our puppy takes a bit longer to "go number 2." I suggest you stay outside with your puppy until she poops, as she is actively eliminating (as the dog trainers like to call pooping) say a code word like "do your business" or "doody-doody." The same with urinating, we use "wiz, wiz." It means we can encourage our puppy to go outside on rainy, stormy and cold days. Also, make sure you use a good cleaner inside so she doesn't smell the area and think it's her poopy spot. I've heard training pads work well, too. Put the training pad in her spot and slowly move it outdoors. Hope that helps.
Posted on 10/17/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
RE: Puppy Only Poops Inside
Use a crate to train her. You WON'T regret it. She will not poop in her crate, trust me. Eventually she will get the idea. Good luck! :)
Posted on 10/17/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse
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