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Originally Posted by DianaB  When you put her in her crate only give her enough room to lay down. Fill the rest of the crate with boxes or other things to fill up the extra room. They usually won't go to the bathroom where they have to lay. It sounds mean but if you check into crate training that's what works. She'll learn to hold her bladder longer. Also being in a smaller space makes them feel more secure and she may not get as anxious. When you see that she's doing better then give her more space in the crate. Eventually you'll be able to let her out in the bathroom. Good luck!! |
This is EXACTLY what I was going to suggest. We were having a similar issue when we left ours in her room. She was also peeing in the crate. When you put her in the crate also do not put any blankets or soft things in there with her (for awhile until she realizes not to pee). She has to earn the right to have these things. It sounds mean, but they do not understand it as that. Blankets soak up the pee and they don't learn not to go in there.
I have found the hard way that training them when you are gone and training them when you are home are two very different issues that need to be taken care of separately. Especially when separation anxiety is an issue.