Why is my dog suddenly scared to poop outside and having accidents?

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My dog had a sting hanging from his poop. He is now scared to poop outside and has pooped twice in the house when he never has! He is scared of his own poop and runs away in the middle of pooping. Pet's info: Dog | Treeing Walker Coonhound | Male | neutered | 8 months and 26 days old | 47 lbs

Karly Macon, DVM, MS, CVA Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist · Accepted Answer

Poor little guy! This could be a scary event for him, but I can't think of anything you are going to be able to do to help him emotionally. If he has any loose stool or diarrhea that can cause him to have accidents in the house, and this needs to be addressed by your veterinarian. Otherwise just give him time and he should get over being afraid. Definitely don't punish him as that will just make him more anxious and afraid.

Why is my dog suddenly scared to poop outside and having accidents?

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