My new dog pees outside but won't poop. How do I house train her?

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Hi I've just adopted a dog, shes been at home with me for 2 days now and she has only poop once indoors. She is house trained I take her outside every 2-3 hours and she was no problem peeing but won't poo. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 10 months old | 8 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Dogs are situational and just because she is house broken in one house does not mean she is house broken in all houses. I recommend to crate training: https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-crate-train-your-dog/ Now, once your pup is adjusted to the crate and assuming she will not potty in the crate, you will do this: Use a leash or carry her directly from the crate to the yard. You need to avoid the opportunity for her to potty in the house. Give her 15 minutes outside. If nothing happens, use the leash or carry her from the yard and directly into the crate. Keep her in the crate for 30-45 minutes. Then use a leash or carry her directly outside. Repeat this until she eventually potties outside. As soon as she potties, praise and give treats. She needs to be rewarded so that she starts to understand. She can then have freedom in the house until you know she should need to potty again. Also, keep her on a leash in the house as this will prevent her from sneaking away. I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions

My new dog pees outside but won't poop. How do I house train her?

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