Why is my 7-month puppy having potty accidents in her crate?

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I have a 7-month old Australian-Shepherd, Beale mix who was doing well with her crate training and could hold her pee for up to 5-6 hours at a time. Around 4- 5 months old, I noticed when I came home from work, she had peed in her crate on her bedding. I assumed it was because she couldn't hold her pee because I work 8-9 hours a day. But she started peeing in her crate, on her bedding even when left alone for a couple of hours. She sleeps in her crate through the night without any accidents. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 7 months and 19 days old | 31 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

It is very common for them to have a small relapse in their training around 6-8 months old. It could also be due to an urinary tract infection. I would first have her urine checked to ensure everything is normal. If so, I would take out all blankets. Sometimes they will relearn how to hold it if there isn't anything in there to soak up their urine. I had to do this with one of my own dogs and it worked after a few days. Just be sure to keep a strict routine and also don't let her drink a lot of water right before she gets in the crate in the morning. Also, do not leave water in the crate with her. I hope this helps!

Why is my 7-month puppy having potty accidents in her crate?

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