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Originally Posted by lady40jay  Yes, it sounds like she's testing your boundaries and you need to restrict her movements and assert yourself as the leader. I know dogs don't do things "for spite" (at least that's what the experts say), but my female Bichon would poop in the middle of the living room floor if I went out on the front porch to visit with someone and didn't take her. She was 100% potty trained and knew exactly what she was doing. She would be sitting beside the poop looking pleased with herself when I came back inside. She didn't hide, didn't act guilty, just pleased with herself and looking me right in the eye. They understand a lot more than most people give them credit for!
Jeanette |
Or maybe your bichon panicked when you went outside and pooped with fear...then was pleased when you came back in and she realised you weren't leaving her!?
You were right the first time, when you said that dogs don't do things for spite.