I have a 7 month Puppy, i cant get him to stop wetting, ive tried nice, ive tried disapline ! Any ideas?

Question

He can go several nights or days without soiling the house, he has also soiled his bed on occassions

There is somebody at home with most times the only time he is left is at night when he is in his bed, or if we have to go out somewhere - doctors, dentist etc

There is somebody at home with most times the only time he is left is at night when he is in his bed, or if we have to go out somewhere - doctors, dentist etc

I want ot clear up an issue with regards to Dicipline, i am never physical towards my Puppy the only method i have used is a slightly raised voice and telling him is " A Bad Dog"

He is very good, he sits, gives paws, come when called, gentle, does everything you ask him to, its just the wetting thats making things difficult for us both. he didnt even bother the first night i brought him home about his mum

Answer 1

Get some of the urine remover that discourages wetting the same spot again...

Then try to house train the dog...
Here are some tips:
http://www.hsky.org/house-training-dog.html

When to begin – Begin house training in earnest when a puppy is about 12-14 weeks old. Before then, a dog does not have full bladder and bowel control. However, you can begin establishing a routine as soon as you bring your puppy home.

Pick the relief spot – Select a spot outside that is quiet and close to the door.

Set a schedule based on the dog’s age. The suggestions in the dog house training chart are a guideline. Get to know your dog’s needs and set a schedule that meets them.

Establish a routine for the dog – The first thing every morning and the last thing every night, take the dog outside. Feed him at the same times each day and take him outside within 15 minutes after he eats. About 8 p.m. pick up the puppy’s water. Puppies need all the water they can drink but not necessarily available every minute. Always take a dog out after eating, playing, sleeping, and being confined to a crate. Until he is trained, keep a constant eye on your dog.

Dog house training chart
AGE FEEDINGS TRIPS OUTSIDE COMMENTS
Under 12 wks 4-7 9 Pick up water at 8 PM
3 - 6 months 3-5 7 Pick up water at 8 PM
6 - 12 months 2-4 6 Feed early AM and 6 PM
1 year + 1 - 2 About 4


The potty ritual – In house training a dog, it helps to consistently use a phrase like “time to go out,” and take the dog outside to the relief spot. Wait quietly while he relieves himself or you can use another popular phrase like “go potty” that he can associate with relieving himself. After he goes, reward the dog with lavish praise and lots of petting. Only after he has relieved himself should he be allowed to play. If he doesn’t go, take him back inside and confine the dog to his crate or designated space. Take him back out in 10 to 20 minutes.

Dog crate as a house training aid – Dogs instinctively want to keep their sleeping space clean. Use the crate as a bed and as a safe place for the dog whenever you’re gone or cannot watch him. Encourage him to go into the crate by tossing a toy or treat inside while commanding “crate” or “kennel”. Once inside, praise him and close the door. After a moment, let the dog back out. Repeat the exercise, gradually extending his time inside. As a general rule, a puppy can safely be left in his crate the number of hours that equal his age in months plus one – 2 months equals 3 hours.

Mistakes – A puppy is a baby dog, so expect accidents. It’s not his fault. Correct a puppy’s mistakes only when you catch him in the act. With a firm “NO!” pick him up and take him to the relief spot. Never punish a puppy by yelling, hitting, or banishing him to his crate. If you come upon an accident, clean it up without comment. A dog simply will not make the connection between human aggression and his mistake. Aggression toward a dog is not helpful in house training. Remember: the only thing a dog learns from human aggression is how to be an aggressive dog.

Answer 2

Try taking him out (or whoever is home) every 1/2 an hour the first day. He does not have to go each time, but on the trips that he does, give him 1 very small treat and much praise. The next day, try every hour, and reward the same way. Keep a constant eye on him while in the house. If you see him pacing, sniffing the floor quite a bit, walking to the door or seems nervous, he most likely may have to go potty. New dog owners sometimes have to be "trained" as well to know the signs that their particular pet shows. Stick with the every hour routine until you think he is catching on. It may seem like a lot of work, but saves the icky indoor messes and will definitely be worth it in the long run. When he seems to be catching on, you can make your own schedule as you see fit...2 hours, 2 1/2 hours, etc. Before long, you should be able to watch for his signs to let you know when he has to go out. Of course, always try to get him to go before you leave and before bed. If he does mess in the house, walk him to it and tell him NO, then take him outside...even though he may be done. He needs to make the correlation to go out. Please don't rub his nose in it. That is not the most effective training method. Good luck to you!

Answer 3

How many times do you walk him? Do you walk him first thing in the morning; and do you take him for long walks. Or do you just let him out into the garden to go and explore on his own and hope he's had a pee?

I seem to feel a lot that what people blame dogs for is really the fault of the owner. Treat your puppy as you would a little person. What does he need? Are you providing it for him?

Never discipline the dog; it hurts him and dogs do not understand English so don't try to explain that 'you're a bad boy, etc, etc.'. Instead reward him for 'good' behaviour and make sure he gets plenty of walks and eats and drinks correctly, at appropriate times and that you pay him as much attention as possible.

Answer 4

My beagle used to be identical to this when he was that age -- follow the advice of the above persons (but no longer the hit him on the butt character -- on the way to handiest increase his aggression), and check out not to get angry at him. Anger will best confuse him. Whilst you're engaged on it, recall -- HE'LL grow UP quickly! It seems like just the day gone by my canine would not discontinue biting my ankles, and i would be so upset and think he'd not ever stop. What? He acquired a bit older and he did not nip continuously, and oftentimes I even leave out it. He is just a cutie cuddler now. Be sufferer! I'd say my pup used to be 5 - 6 months ancient when he stopped viewing me as his favourite chunk toy. Good success -- this too shall pass!

Answer 5

1. Don't punish him
2. See vet to check for any illnesses, take this as an opportunity to get professional answers also.
3. Start a consistent daily routine of walking and sport
4. Try to pinpoint if there is any specific time and place he urinates in the house in order to rule out possible behavioral issues
5. Don't give up on him.

Answer 6

Whatever you do ignore those who say rub his nose in it. The ones who say reward good behaviour and ignore bad are on the right track. Try taking for a walk before you settle down for the night and when you get up, and praise and give treats for every good behaviour. Dogs can easily hold on all night once they have got their act together so just be patient. Don't waste money buying a cage, he'll be fine in no time.

Answer 7

take him to a vet to check that he doesn't have an infection in his bladder. If he does, this will make him wee more. Also diabetes with cause this. NEVER discipline a dog for weeing in the house.If it happens, it is YOUR fault for not letting him out. You don't say how long he is being left for and why he cannot get outside to go when he needs to. The fact that he peed in his bed would indicate an infection. A course of antibiotics will sort it out quickly.

Answer 8

Never hit a dog or rub it's nose in it's waste. When you rub your dogs nose in it's urine the dog thinks you are trying to get him to ingest it. Since your pup is older go with the 4 month rule. The first thing to remember about house training a puppy is there ability to hold themselves is limited. a rule of thumb is they can hold "it" usually 1 hour for each month of age. 2 months old = 2 hours, 3 months old = 3 hours, etc. when your puppy wakes up (morning, nap, whatever) the pup has to go, right then! take the pup out. when the pup eats or drinks, it has to go, take the pup out. after exercise (play), take the pup out. when the pup does it's thing outside praise it. a lot. tell the pup how good, how smart it is. you have to pay attention to the pups "looking for it's spot" behavior. when you see that behavior indoors, whisk the pup out. if you catch the pup in the act, simply tell it "NO!" and whisk it outside. if you find a puddle or pile after the fact, clean it up with an enzyme cleaner (pet food store) get a newspaper and hit.... yourself in the head and say "i should have been paying more attention" daytime training they get pretty fast. night time training is easier if you crate train the pup. also remember the one hour/one month rule. you will have to get up through the night to take the pup out. good luck

Answer 9

Ok this is what i did with my little JRT. Like you said somebody is usually always around and they will need to be, spots the signs sniffing the floor, standing next to a door, shifting about etc when you see this either go outside put him on grass and say nothing but wee wees. If inside the home put on newspaper or whatever you use and again wee wees, always use the same word so he can link this with wat he should be doing. It may take time but he/she will soon realise what wee wees means and where he/she should be doing this.

Good Luck

Answer 10

1. Crate train.
2. Never rub his nose in it, or hit him.
3. Take him to the vet to be sure he is not sick...UTI or something.
4. Take him out every 2 hours to help avoid accidents.
5. Get him neutered. If he isn't neutered, he is marking.

This can be worked with! Be consistant and patient!

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