My husband and I just rescuded a Border Collie/Chow mix yesterday. She had a sore on her bottom, I am guessing it was from the wet floor in the kennel at the shelter. We plan to take her to the vet this weekend to see what the sore is about. She has a hard time sitting because obvisously it hurts.
Yes, there is a problem here, but it may have multiple origins. The sore on her bottom could be the problem, or she could have a urinary infection. Be sure to get her to the vet ASAP, and if you can't get an appointment right away, call the vet's emergency phone number. Don't be shy about it.
Our rescue Springer Spaniel, Magic, did not poop for three days after we got him. We were worried, but finally discovered that he really needs to run free for a few minutes before he poops. In other words, you'll discover her preferences and "mental problems" over time, but I would have this checked out immediately.
I think potty problems are typical of a lot of rescued dogs. She has been through so much trauma, and this may be her way of expressing the anguish.
Good luck and please keep us posted.
Patti
As everyone advised, get your dog to the vet ASAP. The sore isn't her only issue though. Because you don't know her history you don't know if she was ever housebroken. Begin with the vet then either hire a trainer to help you train your dog or research obedience training including housebreaking. It is possible that her previous owners may have traumatized her by rubbing her nose in her feces or pee if she had an 'accident' on the floor. When this happens, the dog will not eliminate in front of the owner any longer, instead, will hide somewhere and 'go'. She may be afraid to 'go' in front of you or anyone else. If the vet gives her a clean bill of health then you must begin to potty train her as if she were a puppy. You didn't say how old this dog is but if she is a pup, she can only hold her bladder for as many hours as she is months old plus one. If she is six months old, she can hold it for seven hours. If she is an adult, she can hold it up to 12 or 13 hours. If she is only a pup, she needs to be in a crate and put on a regular potty schedule.
We just picked up a Lab, Pit, Mastiff, Boxer mix yesterday. The dog will pee just fine, but has not pooped yet and it has been 19 hours. I do have an appointment at the vet to get the dog fixed and an office visit, but that is not for another 4 days counting today.
There are no bruises, rashes, or bites of any kind. There is no way I can let my dog run loose. Please help.Just the other day, I got a new dog. He is a Dachshund named Dom, I had gotten him from a friend of mine. My friend lives in the city and I live out in the country, so it was quite a long drive for him. I took him out for a walk along my property, hoping that he would go to the bathroom. He didn't, but I thought it was just because he went earlier.
A few hours later, he had drank a bit and I thought he was ready to go. Nope, nothing. I started to get worried and there is still nothing, I don't know what to do and I'm scared that something will happen. What's wrong, what should I do?Is he trained to go outside? Some are trained to only go inside on pads or paper. I would ask the friend what the routine is for the dog.
I have a 9 year old dog that came from a multiple dog home of a disabled owner. She was newspaper trained and never walked outside. I've had her for 3 weeks and was doing pretty good with potty training, as she would consistently go back to the pad, but would pee right on the edge so half would go on the floor and half on the pad.
I thought I would try litter box training her so I tried to introduce one, but instead she got very anxious and now can't figure out where to potty and instead starting just going on the floor. I tried confining her to the area with the entire floor covered in pads, but she refuses to go. It's been about 18hrs since she's peed or pooped. She ate breakfast as usual and I have spent the last 8 hrs either confining her to the area of the pads or crating her and bringing her back to the pads or just letting her relax with me on the couch and periodically bring her back to the pads and ask her to potty but she won't.
I don't know what to do and am worried she will rupture her bladder if she refuses to go. She will sleep comfortably right next to me, but when I bring her back to the pads she just sits there and looks and me no sniffing, no walking around, and won't go pee or poop. I've tried pads with attractant, newspapers, attractant sprays, and have tried taking her outside she won't go at all. I'm at a loss?
Sounds like your dog knows that she is not on a vacation, after 3 weeks this dog sounds lonesome for her old life. It's hard to be a older dog and trying to adjust She may have some depression.
I bought a 5 month old male Chihuahua 3 days ago from a private owner and I am beginning to think that he was abused. This is my 3rd day with him, and he won't use the restroom at all. He will not pee or poop at all. I take him out often and he refuses to go. He doesn't even have accidents in the house.
I know this, because I watch him. He won't even drink water unless it comes from my hands. He refuses to drink or eat unless I give it to him straight from my hands. I never had this kind of situation with my Min Pin. This is why I think he was abused. Am I right? What should I do to help him?3 days is a long time to not eliminate waste, especially urine. I would notify the vet.
Three days is a long time not to pee, but poop, this could just be caused by stress. Since he is drinking a little, that is good, but being hydrated is really important so the hand watering may have to continue until you can see the vet.
Since the sweetie is new to you, I would get him in to the vet ASAP just to check and get him established and vaccinated (if needed). Chihuahuas are very anxious dogs even when things are normal (at least all of our cousin chi's are) and he could just be terrified from all the changes in his little world. (hopefully not abused previously).
Talk about everything with the vet. Maybe the pupster can be given a little help (like puppy prozac or a pheromone collar) to get him through the transition and then you two can be on your merry way to a lovely life together!
Please post back with updates!!
Blessings to all!!
Do you know what he is used to for pottying? Could be he was used to a puppy pad and is confused. 3 days without pottying makes me nervous enough to call the Vet. I would try to get him seen right away. Be sure and let them know why you are bringing him in when you call so they know it is urgent.
We brought home a new shelter dog earlier today, and he's been very good for us. He hasn't barked or bitten or scratched anyone and he is very affectionate and loving. He seems tired so we tried our best to let him sleep throughout the day. He hasn't drank any water, eaten any food, or eliminated at all since he got to our house.
It is now 8 pm and he refuses to even leave his closed off area to go outside. He is very stubborn on the leash and sits there until we go the direction he wants, (in this case, back to his bed). He seems afraid to go anywhere, how can I help him? I have already tried luring him with treats, but he doesn't seem very food motivated, (as I said he refuses to eat or drink. He seemed okay eating some treats earlier, but he doesn't see it as a reward?) or toy motivated, or anything motivated.
He is a 1-2 year old mixed breed, but we think he is mostly Rat Terrier.
This is a very short period of time. Give him a few days to adjust.
Sounds like you got a good dog. It is very common for adopted dogs to not eat or drink for a couple days. I would keep it up with tempting food. Maybe some low sodium chicken broth so he gets some hydration, or extra water added to his food.. Good foods wont seem like a treat to him just now. His whole world has been turned upside down. He wont be himself for a few days. Just keep doing what you are doing. If you get to day 3 with no drinking I would go see my Vet. Dogs can get dehydrated quicker than we realize. Rat terriers are sensitive dogs so I am not really surprised by his behavior.
Be patient and also schedule a vet check up. If he isn't staying hydrated or peeing see the vet ASAP! Hydration is more important than pooping at least in the first few days. If he doesn't poop after 3-4 days also worthy of an ASAP vet visit
Rescue pups usually come with lots of baggage so to speak. Give him love, offer food, water, toys and let him "unpack" at his in pace. Work with him slowly on the good behaviors with lots of treats and positive reinforcement. Never tell or punish. Pups don't understand that and it makes them fearful. As a rescue his fear is already high...salve the fear with patience and love.
It worked with our rescue boy! He is awesome. Celebrating our ninth year together this coming May!
Blessings to you and your fur baby! Post back how it goes.
I adopted a 3 year old Pit/Collie mix from a friend of mine. He was/is house and crate trained. He is adapting very well so far. He eats and drinks normally and loves to go on walks and car rides and has grown very attached to me. The only problem is he hasn't urinated or pooped in nearly 3 whole days! Since I've gotten him. I know it can take a while for them to adjust, but it can't be good to go this long without!
His previous owner is a friend of mine and she said he hasn't had any issues with going to the potty or anything, so we chalked it up to anxiety. But he's adjusting well in all areas except for going to the bathroom. I don't want to freak out or anything, but I am really worried. Any advice? Taking him to the vet is my last option, but I am nearly to that point. I want him to be happy and healthy!
I just got a 1 1/2 year old dog and she has not gone to the bathroom yet. Should I be concerned?
My new rescue is a 16 lb Chihuahua Dachshund mix and about 2-3 years old. I got her yesterday around 1 pm and it is now Monday at 7:30 pm. I've been outside with her for 30 minutes most recently, and all the other times I tried to take her outside she would just go to the bushes and circle and lay down. Every time I bring her out to the grass she either walks back to the bushes or lays down if they're too far.
She doesn't know how to walk on a leash either, so I carry her to the grass. I'm concerned that she's been eating and drinking, but hasn't done any of her business inside or outside. Any advice?
