this dog is a miniature schnuazer and everytime my sister and her husband leave him here he whines and cries in front of the door then after he gets used to or even comfortable in the house, he pees and poops everywhere and i clean it up but i want to surprise my sister by showing her that i've housetrained her dog!!! not all in one day though ne1 can help plzzz????!!! and i do limit the dog on wat he can and can't do!!!
2006-12-28 09:08:45 · 6 answers · asked by Meggielicious305 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Try crate training the dog is less likely to want to sit in his own mess. Place the dog in the crate before mom and dad leave then after dog has settled take out of crate and right outside for him to go. Its worth a shot.
2006-12-28 09:14:17 · answer #1 · answered by jose n 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all you have two completely different issues here. Peeing and pooping in the house may be the result of lack of house training, but it may also be the dog's way of letting his owners know he does not want to be left alone. Miniature schnuazers require a lot of attention, so start by making sure when you are around, he is getting your attention, being played with, praised and loved. Next take him outside specifically for the purpose of doing his business frequently and praise him when he goes. The more frequent the outdoor trips, the more likely you will catchi him doing the right thing. Punishment for a mistake in the house will likely worsen the situation here so make sure all of your emphasis is on what he does right. The more comfortable he is with you the better his success will be.
2006-12-28 09:21:27 · answer #2 · answered by Irish 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have a very active large dog that i have crate trained. its the best way to go and it's not cruel. quite the opposite in fact. the crate is the safe place they feel comfortable. my dog even sleeps in hers. we try to get her to sleep in bed with us but she goes to the crate after a few minutes all on her own, she wants to be there it's her space where nothing can bother her. so that would help with the barking and crying and the peeing and pooping. a dog normally won't go potty where it sleeps or eats. if that is for some odd reason not an option, which it should be because most training guides will highly suggest it, then you should step outside the door for enough time for the dog to stop whining and then as soon as it's calm and quiet walk in the door and tell him how good he is and give him a treat. do this several times and he get the idea that you'll be back so he won't worry so much. also always remember a tired dog is a happy dog, make sure you're getting him out for a bit of play time each day. good luck!
2006-12-28 09:17:49 · answer #3 · answered by adman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have a lot of great answers on here to help with eliminating in the house and I would like to emphasize - DO NOT PUNISH and do not allow the dog to watch you clean up the mess. Crate the dog after meals for about a half hour. Do not give into howling or whining. This would be the equivilant of picking up a child every time he cries. Walk by occationally and tell the dog in the same voice you use for commands that everything is fine and you are close by. Avoid the high pitch tone that you use for rewarding or baby talk. After the crate time, take the dog outside and wait for the dog to eliminate. Do not allow the dog to tell you he doesn't have to go. Wait, wait, wait. Praise the dog with love and treats after the act, not during. Do not interupt the movement, allow him to finish in peace. Afterwards, go inside and play his favorite game. Afterwards, crate him another 30 minutes. Crating at night is up to you, but be prepared for him to eliminate if he's not confined and safe in a small area. For the seperation anxiety, you need to think like a dog. This usually isn't expressing anger with you, it's usually fear. Hopefully you're not giving him free reign of the house; this does not create the safe "den" feeling that a crate does so your dog might be insecure in such a large area without you. Crate or confine him, leave the house for 5 minutes, come back, the next day 10 minutes and on and on. Eventually you may be able to increase his area and the amount of time you can be gone without your dog getting scared. Be sure not to punish your dog for this destructive behavior unless you catch him in the act. Reward good behavior, ignore bad behavior. Good luck.
2007-01-04 06:02:21 · answer #4 · answered by hesterific 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Def need a crate! Dont make a big deal out of it. Find a book on crate traing- look in library that way you dont have to buy. It's not an easy fix but can be done.
2006-12-28 09:21:16 · answer #5 · answered by Corinne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the same problem with my Sheltie dog as far as the separation anxiety but he was house trained when I got him so I don't have that problem. Have you ever watched the Dog Whisperer on TV? If not watch it! He is wonderful with dogs and he has a book out on every aspect of training any breed of dog. Check your local library to see if they have his book. If not it is worth it to buy it. I plan on doing the same soon. Good Luck!
2006-12-28 09:17:45 · answer #6 · answered by Maggie 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋