67/289 Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 I purchased a female Husky a few days ago who had once been an inside dog but had been living outside for a few months. She seems to remember to go outside but she keeps leaving wet spots on my carpet and couch. Usuing they are real small but sometimes they are just full on urination. Tonight I took her out before it started raining. An hour later she goes all over my couch while laying there next to me. Is this a behavior issue or could there be something wrong with her system? She seems to piddle. She is only two years old so I'd hate for there to be something wrong with her. She knows better because she can tell I am angry every time she does it and goes and hides for a bit. Growing pains of a new house? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutsibe Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 If she's urinating while laying down, it sounds like she can't control it - being angry with her will not help, and particularly if there is a submissive element to the behavior, will actually make things worse. Have you taken her to a vet to have her health checked out? I would suggest doing so, and letting the vet know exactly what she's doing when these accidents happen. Many Siberians really don't like being out in the rain, and will make the quickest trip out that they can - which can mean that they don't empty their bladder/bowel. In addition to making sure that there isn't anything wrong with her, health-wise, I would go back to the absolute beginning with house training (there are a number of threads on the forum, and huge amounts on the Internet, if you need a refresher on the subject), and systematically work with her in a way that she can't have accidents. Give her lots of praise for eliminating where she's supposed to, and thoroughly clean up any urine (or solids) with a product designed to remove pet odors, so that the smell doesn't attract her back to that spot. Keep in mind that everything is completely new to her - you, your home, your rules - and she's probably feeling very lost and lonely! Be very consistent and firm, but kind, as well. She can't read your mind, so you'll have to try to make clear to her what you do want, and what you don't. It's been my experience that many Siberians tend to shut down when people are angry, and literally can't learn. Keep calm and teach, don't yell. Good luck - have patience, put the work in, and you'll have a fantastic companion at your side for the next 12 plus (hopefully!) years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67/289 Posted September 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 I lost my temper tonight and scolded her good and she hid in her kennel and is still moping about. That was wrong of me. I'm taking it back to square one tomorrow and taking her to the vet hopefully if they can get me in. I opened a vet service for her so she gets free visits and such so I will ask to have to evaluated again. She is a sweet dog and very calm. If she couldn't help it I would think she would be going in her Kennel but she isn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyMom09 Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 I think a vet check is perfectly in order. It really sounds like she is unable to hold it....is she spayed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sutsibe Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 Unless she's peeing submissively, peeing while laying down (on a sofa or elsewhere) isn't normal, and to me indicates difficulty in controlling urination... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyMom09 Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 She certainly could be submissive urinating! She's in a new territory, with new unknown expectations, and if there is frustration that she doesn't understand where it's coming from could add to the angst. Still totally agree vet to rule out health related causes first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Melsom Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 I noticed you also posted a thread about her vomiting and in taking large amounts of water. I would definitely get her to the vet ASAP. Could have a urinary tract infection. http://www.ehow.com/list_6544517_reasons-dog_s-bladder-leak.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 I second, third and fourth a vet visit...Keep us posted on how she is doing. Please don't get upset at her. Dogs are known to try to mask if they are sick and this may be her subtle (or not so subtle) way of showing you something is wrong... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simhauu Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 If I were you I'd ban her from sofa for the time being as well. Ghost peed on a bed in our living room only once and that was about the submissive peeing (he had this look like I hope she won't notice), I was next to him. She may still smell it on the sofa so she does it over and over again. Ghost wouldn't do it outside when it was freaking cold. So I stayed with him outside as long as it took. I found running, or playing outside helped (the excitement). Hope your visit to the vet goes well and that she will be alright. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #5 Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 This is now one of those threads where You've gotten all the good advice - do let us know what the verdict from the vet is. I tend to agree that it's nervousness - since, as you said, she doesn't piddle in her kennel. Stay cool, take a :chillpill: or two or three and let her adjust to you and her new home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67/289 Posted September 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 She is going into the vet today in about an hour. I will let you all know how it goes. Thank you all. This is my first adventure owning a dog by myself so its hard to understand sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
67/289 Posted September 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2012 Urine Exam came back positive for a very weak UTI. Only two white blood cells appeared on the slide but the doc said it is probably to blame for her dribbling and spotting. She has had two pain pills and two rounds of antibiotics and not had any issues. Still pretty lethargic but that is probably boredom as she seems to hate every toy I buy for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Removed #5 Posted September 9, 2012 Report Share Posted September 9, 2012 UTI's are all too common and normally easily cured. From my own past experience, watch her since UTI's seem to have a bad habit of recurring! As for the toys, join the crowd! Some Husky's seem to love anything the folks bring home and some could care less! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Melsom Posted September 9, 2012 Report Share Posted September 9, 2012 Yay I win:cup: haha j/k. I'm glad you figured that out and I hope shes better soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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