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Why is my previously trained dog now having accidents indoors?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Female | unspayed | 6 years and 4 months old | 10 lbs

My 6 year old miniature poodle was trained to go in the yard and will now only go in the house. Whst should I fo?

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 26th, 2018

If Jewel is urinating in the house I would recommend bringing her into a veterinarian and have them check a urine sample on her. She may have a urinary tract infection. If she is defecating in the house and it is normal this can be behavioral and I would consider checking a stool sample and crating her until she goes outside again. If it is diarrhea then I would recommend checking a stool sample, putting her on a bland diet of boiled chicken and white rice and if it doesn't resolve discussed probiotics and medication with your veterinarian. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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