A lot of dogs will poo/pee out of hyperexcitement from all of the smells and energy connected with an unusual event, whatever it is. I always make sure Tibbe is empty of both before introducing him to a new situation such as you describe. When we go visit, his first stop after the car trip, is to the lawn or spot of grass where he can toilet, which an excitable dog like he is seems to be usually quite ready to do. In case he is not ready sometimes, I walk him around until he has - or keep our visit inside short and him in my arms. I've noticed that more insecure dogs or dogs unable to be well socialized seem to have the problem more frequently but for many dogs it is just a one-time occurrence due to age, bad timing and/or excitement.
__________________  Jeanie and Tibbe One must do the best one can. You may get some marks for a very imperfect answer: you will certainly get none for leaving the question alone. C. S. Lewis |