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Why is my pregnant dog suddenly having indoor potty accidents?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 59 lbs

Since soska got pregnant she is having alot of pooping mistakes and i tried everything thing but she can’t make the poop in the right spot again that she has been using it for a year. She dont have worms her stool is good shape and color.

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Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 26th, 2018

I am sorry to hear about Soska! It could be that she is feeling a little uncoordinated trying to maneuver into her normal spot. If you use fake grass or potty pads, just put down extra so that the potty area is bigger. You can also gently pick her up and set her where you want her to go -then praise her for going in the right place. Best of luck to you and Soska!

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