Why does my puppy keep peeing on rugs right after going outside?

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My 10wk old puppy doesn’t have accidents during the day when I’m gone, but once I’m home she seems to be pottying everywhere. She does it mostly after she goes potty outside and comes back in. She will go outside and then when she comes back in she squats and pees on rugs, her bed, basically fabric in general. I can’t seem to break her from it. We take long walks and stay outside until she goes. She is on strict routine to help, but it isn’t. I don’t know what else to do. Any advice? Pet's info: Dog | Goldendoodle | Female | spayed | 2 months and 12 days old | 35 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

This is really common for her age. Continue to be patient with her and continue to stick to the routine. She is likely holding it while you are gone because she is in a confined space. Most dogs do not like to go to the bathroom where they sleep. I would restrict her water to scheduled times throughout the day. For her size (13 pounds) she needs about 1.5-2 cups of water per day. (This will increase as she grows) When you schedule her water drinking, you can be sure to take her out a few minutes after she has had some water. When she does pee on the inside, you can tell her “no” and take her back outside to her designated spot just to help show her where she is suppose to be going. If she is continuing to urinate everywhere and small frequent amounts, I would have your vet check a urinalysis on her to ensure she doesn’t have a urinary tract infection. I hope this helps! Puppies can be very frustrating, keep being patient. It can take around 6 months for puppies to become completely house broken.

Why does my puppy keep peeing on rugs right after going outside?

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