Why does my Yorkie pee inside right after we come in from outside?

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My 2 year old Yorkie when taken outside to relieve herself just stands and looks at me like "Why did you bring me out here?" Then comes in the house and does her business. What should I do? I have praised and given treats when she relieves herself outside but she stills relives herself outside sometimes and sometimes inside. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | spayed | 1 year and 9 months old | 4 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

Potty training and regressions can happen in all dogs, but it seems more common in small breeds dogs. Yorkies frequently have this issue. I would try going back to potty training basics. Go outside frequently day and night. If it is cold and wet outside, you may set up an area on the porch with fake grass to see if she will use that to stay dry and more warm. Lots of praise and treats when she potties outside. When she has an accident, use a firm "no" and a good cleaning with a pet enzymatic cleaner to remove pheromones that only Stella can smell. Try going out more frequently for a few weeks to see if she remembers what she is supposed to do.

Why does my Yorkie pee inside right after we come in from outside?

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