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How to stop my puppy from waking up early to pee and poop inside?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 7 days old | 5 lbs

My Labrador wakes up at 3 , 4am and pees and poops everywhere , could you please give me some tips to make her sleep the whole night till 6am

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Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on July 8th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Unfortunately at only 5 weeks of age that is not possible quite yet because she is too young to hold it all night. I would set your alarm for 2:30 am to take her out to use the bathroom. She will be able to hold it longer as she gets older. We can not expect a puppy this young to be able to do this now. Good luck!

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