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Crate training isnt working

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Question
I recently found a stray dog on the streets and decided to keep him. When I first left him in the house, he didn't pee/poop in the house. Then all the sudden, he started to poop in certain areas of the house so naturally, I put him in a crate while I was out and he didn't pee/poop. Then about a month of having him, I moved to another place and all the sudden he started to pee everytime I leave him in the house and sometimes he would even poop.

How can I break him of this habit?

Your answer would be very much appreciated!!!

Answer
Hi Rachel,

It appears that crate training worked at your previous home. Dogs will often not associate one behavior with a different environment. I'd suggest you use the crate again in your new home until your dog again becomes potty trained. Also be sure that you clean up his accidents with a pet specific cleaner that eliminates all odor.

Good Luck!
Sandy
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