forgot everything???

[tans]

Hi everyone, just joined Boxerworld today, and have a problem with Laika. She's 7 months now and has forgotten that she should't pee in the house. She was toilet trained and was quite good, but seems to think it's okay now to pee wherever she wants. Does anyone have any idea of what is going on?? Will she snap out of it or are we doomed.:mad:

 

[Boxer_21]

My first recommendation would be to have her tested for a UTI (Urinary Tract Infection). Suddenly having accidents in the house is a sign of an UTI.

If the test comes back clean, it may be that she's entered her rebellious stage. At this age she's like the equivalent of a teenager. If this is the case, you may have to go back to the basics in training. You will have to reinforce that you are in charge.

If you do some searches on "adolescence" you may find more info and more tips on how to handle this.

Good luck!!
- Mandy

 

[tans]

Thanks Mandy,

I think I will take her to the vet. She has actually been spayed a month ago and had some complications with infections. Maybe that has something to do with it.