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Originally Posted by Nacho1004  Thanks for everyone's response. Here is an example of Nacho's daily activities:
-Once my husband wakes up (6-7AM), takes Nacho out immediately; Nacho typically will poo and pee at this time outside.
-Nacho eats breakfast
-My husband will take him out again at 10-11AM - Nacho is very unpredictable - he may or may not go at this time.
-Between 11AM-1PM, we will find an accident in the house somewhere (usually Pee)
-My husband will take him out again around 2PM-3PM. Nacho will typicaly go pee at this time
-Between 4PM-5PM, we will find accidents in the house
-Eats Dinner
-Goes out around 5PM-6PM...AND WILL NOT GO. Just stands outside.
-Remainder of the night is unpredictable - We will take him out but he may or may not go.
We typically have to wake up at midnight or 2 in the morning to take him out again. Repeat cycle.
Thanks again for all your advice. Much appreciated. |
It sounds like you're taking him out often enough. Do you bring treats and make a big deal when he potties outside? Also, when your husband takes him out.. he needs to make SURE that he goes. I know it might take a while and may run on your patience but he just needs to wait outside with him until he goes. It may help to put him on a leash and walk him around to keep him focused.
First, since he has pottied all over the house, you need to do a thorough cleaning and start from scratch. Buy a blacklight, and find ALL the spots in your house. Saturate the spots with a good enzyme cleaner (this is
key - Nature's Miracle and Simple Solution are great cleaners) and let dry overnight. Clean over stains again in the morning with a steam cleaner.
NOW.. once your house is all clean, you need to start confining him. When you are away, he needs to be crated. This will prevent him from getting in any trouble (or hurt), AS WELL as accidents in your house. When you're home, invest in baby gates to keep him in the room with you. While he's out, you need to watch him like a hawk. If you absolutely cannot pay attention to him, he needs to be crated. The moment he starts to sniff or give any signs he needs to go, take him out. Consistency and prevention are the key. And treats, of course.
Let me know if you have any more questions! Good luck!
