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03-28-2006, 07:33 PM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Texas
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| Desperately need help with this problem I am new to this board----searched it out because of a problem I'm experiencing with my 3 year old male yorkie. Less than a year ago our other yorkie died at the ripe old age of 15. I have had very few problems with Mckenzie, but since Chappy died we have noticed more "accidents" in the house---so much so that we're having to replace our carpeting. He seems to favor this area at the bottom of our stairway to the second floor. This is very disconcerting because we have a "Pet Door" which he is very capable of accessing. Both my husband and I work full time. I haven't been able to discern if this problem is because of separation anxiety or marking to "protect" access to the upper living area from neighborhood dogs he may think are a threat. Regardless, we're getting ready to spend Big Bucks on replacing the carpeting in the entire house. I want this problem fixed before then. The "accidents" happen somethimes when we're at work and sometimes when we're at home. I've tried punishing him to no avail----when I find the evidence he knows immediately what I'm upset about and banishes himself to the bathroom or outside. I have no clue what to do other than lock him outside or in the bathroom while we're gone . Neither solution is palatable to me. I would greatly appreciate any and all suggestions. Right now my hubby wants to make him an "outdoor" dog. Thanks again for any suggestions. |
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03-28-2006, 07:45 PM | #2 |
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| You could get an inside play area (it's like a play pen for dogs) one that he can't get out of yet big enough for him to move around in and play. Then just start potty training all over again. You might even want to check into hiring someone to come over a few times a day to take him out to potty and to take a walk. He may just be feeling lonely and is acting out. I would also suggest having time each evening doing something that he enjoys. Giving him that extra something special along with lots of attention. Have you considered getting him a playmate? I know that won't help with the potty training and you'd have two but it would help him with his lonliness. I defenitely wouldn't make him an outside dog. I can understand wanting to cause housetraining is HORRIBLE lol..But i don't think sticking him in the back yard is going to help him one bit. You also might want to consider replacing your carpet with tile. I wish you all the luck and I also want to say i'm sorry about your loss. Good luck
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03-28-2006, 07:57 PM | #3 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: MINNESOTA
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| hi, i am new to this forum as well. I was having BIG problems training my dog, punishing seemed to only make it worse. I was told to go back to crate training and only possitive reinforcement. It totally worked like a dream. We also work full time. when we are gone she is in the kennel. and when we are home we take her out on a leash to see forselves that she has done her jobs. sometimes when we would let our out she would not do her job, come in and 2 minutes later have an accident. Try to go back to basic training, trust me it really works. |
03-28-2006, 08:00 PM | #4 |
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| does anybody have experiance as to what kind of collar to use for training, since you can not use a choke? |
03-28-2006, 08:00 PM | #5 |
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| Thanks for the insightful feedback Tashasmom! All the suggestions sound plausable. Unfortunately, the carpeting is already on order---so the tile idea is out. This whole thing saddens me because he is about the sweetest companion anyone would ever want-----By far the most affectionate dog I've ever owned-----or should I say whose ever owned ME!!! LOL The play area idea has definate possibilities----or maybe closing off the kitchen area. I think I just need to get him a shrink -----On second thought-----don't think I can afford one. |
03-28-2006, 11:28 PM | #6 |
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| I had a cat who occasionally used the area at the bottom of my stairs also. So - I replaced that area with a beautiful wood-like vinyl. It didn't solve the problem, but it was super easy to clean. And, fortunately, this was almost the only place the cat ever used. I wouldn't want to leave my dog confined to a small bathroom area either - but he is confined to my kitchen and laundry room (which is much larger - but not real big). He can see through the gate into the rest of the house and seems to do okay. I put a belly band on him when he has full run of the house. But, we are going to start some serious outdoor potty training now that it's getting nicer out. Good luck! Carol Jean |
03-29-2006, 12:00 AM | #7 |
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| ldb51- I would contain the pup in an area that is not carpetted and has access to the doggy door. Punishing after the fact is not going to help in any way, shape, form, or fashion. He does not "know immediately what you are upset about". What he does know is that Mom has lost it again and it's safest to get hide until she gets over it! There is nothing you can do once the accident has happened to teach him that he did wrong. Instead, contain him when you are away. When you are home, confine him to the same room as you are in and watch him like a hawk. If you catch him pottying inappropriately, whisk him outside to finish. When you catch him pottying appropriately, treat and praise. Go back to the basics of housebreaking, in other words! Good luck!
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03-29-2006, 02:22 AM | #8 |
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| response to I pepper1 Harnesses for these littlies--or you will have windpipe problems! positive reinforcement for training all the way!
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03-29-2006, 03:16 AM | #9 |
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| First Yorkie is right! Belly Bands Belly Bands Belly Bands. You have to band him when he is in the house. No doubt about it!
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03-29-2006, 06:58 AM | #10 |
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| please do not punish or repremand puppy after the fact....if you see him doing wrong, thats a different story... if you have a tiled off area, that would be perfect... patience patience patience.... there will be an end , a good one.
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03-29-2006, 09:33 AM | #11 |
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| Get an exercise pen if you don't want him on the carpet or a gate for a utility room and confine him more. It is not cruel! Don't give up. May have to regroup and start over. There are always belly bands or panties when they are out and about with more freedom in the house. I gave up carpet in favor for ceramic tile and wood floors years ago. |
03-29-2006, 05:36 PM | #12 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Texas
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| Wow, went to work this morning and came back to find so many Great replies. Thanks so much for all the input. Many great pointers!!!! OK, I'm not very smart so someone please fill me in on "belly bands" ----I'm guessing they are some sort of wide strap for his midsection that hinders him from going while in the house. How do they work and where do you find them?? As for the tile idea-----unfortunately, I'm not going there-----and there is carpeting all the way to the doggy door. I did try a new trick this morning. My concrete floor is exposed at the bottom of the stairway for the time being since I ripped up the carpeting while waiting for the replacement. Thought I'd try another tactic-----after thoroughly cleaning the floor with a clorox solution and letting it dry----I placed a few of his toys on the area in question. He didn't go near it to relieve himself-----at least for day one. I may be on to something here. We'll see. In the mean time I'm giving him a bunch of lovies and positive reenforcement for positive behavior. If all else fails I'll go to the confining alternative. Thanks again to all for the ideas, advice and words of encouragement!!!!! |
03-29-2006, 05:58 PM | #13 |
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03-29-2006, 06:35 PM | #14 |
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| The belly band idea might not work because you are gone all day and he needs to go out to go potty. Belly bands are great for around the house when you are home to change it or take him out. Is his doggy door accessed from your kitchen? If so, I would just block him in the kitchen during the day. And tell hubby, the "make him an outside dog" idea is not good!
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03-29-2006, 11:37 PM | #15 |
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| A former poster is right. You can't leave a dog in a belly band all day. It would get soaked - probably start leaking - and irritate the little pup's skin. I use washcloths for belly bands - fold them diagonally - wrap them around my pup's tummy and pin them with a diaper pin. I only use them when I'm home and check him often and change them whenever they are even damp. Good luck! Carol Jean |
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