Puppy problems!?

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I have an 11 month old husky mix who is generally pretty well behaved. I started a new job 4 months ago which has lead to him having to stay in my bedroom so that he doesn't get into things from 8 am to 2 pm 3-4 days a week. The vet said that since he is potty trained (we crate trained to help with bladder control) that he should have no problems with accidents but to make sure that his schedule isn't greatly impacted and that he is still getting attention and exercise. Which he is, his schedule has barely changed at all. Up until this past week he's been doing great! We go out in the morning for a walk after he's fed, then he's in a room where everything is off the floor except several different types of toys and his bed. I don't leave food out for him at all. And then when I get back he's happy to see me and we walk again and play and he gets fed dinner. Same schedule as it has been for months. But in the past 4 days he has: jumped up onto a desk (breaking a vase and destroying papers), he's gone to the bathroom in the room two consecutive days (both times he's put his bed or a toy over his accident I guess to hide it maybe?) and he's destroyed a headset that he pulled off the desk. I think what I'm most concerned about is why he's having accidents all of a sudden in my room. I understand the curiosity (while it isn't acceptable) and the destruction and I assume it's out of boredom but why now? After being good for 3 months it's odd.

? · Accepted Answer

It could be: stress, boredom, or a lack of adequate aerobic exercise,  or separation anxiety. SA builds slowly as a rule, but MAY BE in reaction to something frightening that happened (you are unawre of) - like: a thunderstorm, hail, nearby tornado, somebody knocking loudly, or even trying to break in, etc.

I suggest you try going BACK to the crate.  Try using Rescue Remedy or a Thundershirt to help the dog & leave a stuffed food puzzle toy like a Kong, for him.  The other alternatives are to leave him with a friend or family member, OR to put him in doggie day care, a few days a week.

Margastar · Answer

It's not odd, he is getting older with more energy to burn and his brain is developing more which means he is thinking more. Your routine might have worked up until now, but it is not enough any more. He is bored and very lonely. You could give him a Giant bone to work on, or a plastic bottle filled with some loose treats which he has to work on getting out. Huskies don't do well being left alone and he is trying to figure out how to escape so he is jumping around to see how he can do it. Also he has natural curiousity to see what's going on outside if he hears noises and things and I agree with the suggestions E,.H.Amos has said.

Alex · Answer

Your pup is just bored. He may have felt uncomfortable at first and now knows this is the norm and he has nothing to worry sbout. 11 months is still very young to leave your pup unsupervised at your house. I would say leave him in his crate. It seems like a bad thing but it&#x27;s what&#x27;s best and the safest bet for your pup. Husky are big dogs and they can do some damage to your house. Last thing you want is to come home to a sick pup because he chewed your desk apart.  I&#x27;m not too sure why your vet would say that&#x27;s ok but I would consider the crate for sure. Your big husky is in his ore teens and just wants to get into everything and is very curious right niw. Good luck

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