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Originally Posted by DvlshAngel985  To answer your last part Nancy, he only piddles if I try to lead him out the door. If I pick him up, which usually means being talked to and cuddles and kisses all the way out the door, nothing happens. If I try to get him to follow me out, that's when he'll stop when he's close to the door, goes back upstairs and waits for me by my bed. |
When you are picking him up, you are redirecting his thinking, so he is no longer anxious about going to the door, you can redirect with food too. I also suggest taking him on one of the walks that Cesar recommends, it's a way of walking that builds more confidence in the dog. It is his opinion that a walk is part of a dog's job, and this walk really helps the dog see his purpose. I'm probably not explaining it that well, but it's different than a stroll, and I know when I use the tips with Joey, he just seemed to take on a different stance and a different attitude. I think you need to work at building confidence and trust in your dog. It takes time, but don't forget, he just had the surgery a couple of weeks ago, and as I stated before, setbacks are common right after neutering.