I have a four year old shih tzu and he keeps peeing everywhere inside. I put bleach on the spot he peed on. But it still doesnt work. Can you help me what way i can train him to stop peeing inside my house? I will chose a best answer as always! (he pees right after he drinks water)
2006-12-29 12:55:30 · 16 answers · asked by nococaine 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Don't use bleach. The smell of it actually attracts them to pee there. Use a diluted solution of white vinegar and water instead.
2006-12-29 13:06:51 · answer #1 · answered by Cara B 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
To teach him to pee outdoors (which I assume is your goal) you need to immediately take him outside after he drinks and wait until he pees. You may have to wait a little while, as this is a new environment for him, but eventually he will get the idea and 'do his business' outdoors.
After he pees, immediately praise him and say something like 'outside...good dog!' If you like, you might even give him a small edible snack. The key is, to catch him 'doing right' and IMMEDIATELY provide positive reinforcement.
When he has an indoor accident, DON'T scold him, or punish him by doing things such as pushing his nose in the pee, spanking, etc. Dogs, like all mammals, love attention, and since he can't understand the words you are saying, scolding only confuses the issue. Instead pick him up and quietly put him outside again. Eventually he will begin to associate peeing with the outdoors.
Above all, be patient and consistent. Expect accidents but 'catch him doing good' and reinforce, reinforce, reinforce. I guarantee this will work or I will refund your money!! Good luck!
2006-12-29 21:09:50 · answer #2 · answered by kit_roamer 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If he has just started doing this I would check with the vet because something could be internally wrong. as for the stains bleach isn't too good of an idea because you could permanently stain the carpeting try something recommended for pet stains which you should be able to find at a petsmart or petco. When you see him drinking water be right there with a leash and run outside when he's done and as for night time I would consider a crate he's not gonna dehydrate overnight and if its the right size a dog won't urinate where he sleeps so he will hold it. crates are not inhumane when used properly and a good training tool if he has to hold his urine through the night it is good for training him to wait and gain control. Select a crate that's large enough for him to lay comfortably in and stretch out but you don't want to get one that is so big that he can curl up at one end because you will then have defeated the purpose because he will pee at one end and sleep at the other a crate just big enough for him to stretch out and be comfortable in is sufficient. Take him out first thing in the morning and then let him drink and he will start to develop a pattern and then just adjust yourself to his routine you will want to work with him not against him
2006-12-29 21:13:43 · answer #3 · answered by piercedtrailerparkdiva 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the urination is a sudden onset it is most likely a medical condition not a behavioral issue. When things like this arise it is always best to rule out medical circumstances first. It could be something as simple as 10 days of antibiotics or it could be something more serious. Are you filling the water dish more frequently? If so he has the classic signs of PU/PD (poly urea/poly dypsea) which means drink a lot/pee a lot and this is a sign of a number of medical issues. If the medical exam shows nothing ask your vet at that time what to do. If your dog is un-neutered he is urinating because his sex hormones have set it, this is normal behavior only fixable with neutering.
2006-12-29 21:21:30 · answer #4 · answered by jessica 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get back to basics. Try crate training her until she is trained again not to go in the house. She only needs to be in the crate at night, when you are not home and when you are not available to watch her. Take her out after she eats and after she drinks. Praise, praise, praise when she goes outside. Tell her firmly (without yelling) "no potty outside" when you see her go inside. Never yell at the dog and never rub her nose in her mess.
2006-12-29 21:05:41 · answer #5 · answered by ESPERANZA 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would start by taking him out right after he eats or drinks. i would also keep him in a crate at night or when you are not home. he will not go where he sleeps . and then you can watch him while you are home and you can take him out alot.
you are kind of starting over housebreaking. he'll catch on again. you can also give him a treat after he goes outside.
i have a male shihtzu too and they are very smart, so don't worry to much.
good luck!
2006-12-29 21:10:40 · answer #6 · answered by miss lady 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you thought about taking him to the vet and getting him checked for kidney problems? I adopted an older mini poodle with kidney problems and my vet did tell me that right after they drink water it goes right through them and they need to go outside. Mine can hold his most of the time but pleeeeeeease for the health of you little boy get him checked by your vet asap.
Good luck and keep giving her plenty of lovin'
2006-12-29 21:44:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My best idea would be to keep him in the room you're in by closing all other doors. Watch him and try to catch him the act, and immediately take him outside if he starts sniffing around. We are having the same problem with our chihuahua.
2006-12-29 21:02:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some special pet stain removers. Make a time when the doggie eats. Like, feed him/her in the morning and night. Let him run around or walk him for a while right after he/she eats.
2006-12-29 21:00:23 · answer #9 · answered by A girl named Sam 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Take him outside as soon as he drinks water.
Give a signal, like ringing a bell next to the door, and he'll do that himself later to let you know it's time to go out.
2006-12-29 20:59:59 · answer #10 · answered by Emmy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋