Potty Problem. I have always used the method of feed them, confine for about

[patricia92243]

30 minutes, take outside and they potty, and then praise them to high heaven. My dogs have always been trained in a week or two at the most.

Now the problem: My new poodle waits a good two hours after she has eaten to go - then it is in the house. Should I confine her for two hours - that seem sort of mean, but I can't think what else to do.

Any thoughts on this will be appreciated.

[samnsara]

1. i always trained mine to pee on command..maybe the poodle can learn that way?

..they are so dang smart!

[hlthe2b]

4. Mine have always gone nearly as soon as I take them out in similar spots--even if we are going

to do a long 4-mile walk. When I dog sit others that won't defecate for the life of them after going nearly a mile--despite having been fed and having gone all night long, I really have to wonder. My dogs KNOW that "holding" it is definitely NOT going to be to their advantage. Never had one be "persnickety" in this respect

[mercuryblues]

2. Feed her 2 hours before the others

confine her for the 2 hours, and take them all out at the same time.
After your poodle has mastered this, gradually decrease the time of feeding by a few minutes every day.

You can also change the food you are feeding her. Try something for digestive health support. See if that will be easier for her to digest.
She really has no control over how long it takes her to digest food.

[patricia92243]

3. I'll try this - especially the food that is easier for her to digest. Thanks!

[patricia92243]

6. After your helpful post, I gave her a full (small) can of wet dogfood. She pottied

within 15 minutes. I had been feeding her too much dry food. Now I will do it half n half for as long as it is needed.

Again, thanks for the advice. I love DU - we look after each other

[mopinko]

5. use a command and a treat.

confine her till she gets it.
maybe an hour, as see if that is enough.

is this an older dog?

[Phoenix61]

7. I know some people add pured pumpkin to

their dogs food. “Pureed pumpkin (with no added sugar or spice) can help dogs and cats with both constipation and diarrhea. Adding a tablespoon or two (in proportion to their size) to their regular meal is known to help keep them regular. It can also help dogs and cats with indigestion or upset stomachs.Nov 13, 2014”