My newly adopted dog has accidents and isn't pooping. Is this normal?

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3yo housebroken Retriever/Husky mix, female. Very sweet, I adopted her yesterday. She finally peed outside this morning, but yesterday she peed on the rug after drinking a lot of water repeatedly out of my running water outdoor fountain. I've since covered it. Any advice? Likely just moving jitters? Also, she has yet to have a movement. I take her out every 2 hours and we hit the park this morning. Thanks for your advice! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 3 years old | 70 lbs

Rebecca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Even housebroken dogs may need re-training and positive reinforcement moving to a new home and family. At this point o would not be too worried about no bowel movement as long as she is eating, drinking and behaving normally. she may have a few accidents as she works on becoming acclimated to her new home but remain consistent and use positive reinforcement and she should adjust quickly.

My newly adopted dog has accidents and isn't pooping. Is this normal?

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