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pet problems
I have two small dogs. I've had them since they were young. And now they're about ten years old. They haven't been listening to anyone very well in the past years.
When they somehow get out of the house. I can't get them to come back. Sometimes I can get the younger one to but I usually have to end up chasing them and carrying them back.
And recently, the older one has started to try to bite me when I try to get him. Which is very odd of him because he's usually very gentle.
Also, they keep going to the bathroom in the house. They usually let someone know that they need to go out. But sometimes they don't. And even when they have been outside for several hours, once they come back inside, they go on the floor.
And, I think they both have jealousy problems. I'm not sure what to do about it.
Because the older one is playful, everyone wants to play with him. The younger one gets jealous.
The younger one likes to cuddle more so than play.
So then when I try to include him in a game, it seems like the older one gets sad.
What can I do?
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first I would suggest oging to the vet before anything else, something my be causing the one pain and that is why it is biting. When the run away (I know it sounds weird but it usally works)run in the opposite direction making weird loud noises, they get curious and check it out. about the peeing problem try getting some potty padds, get a little pack at the pet store and if they use them here is a site where you can get 600 for $99.99 [Link](Mouse over link to see full location). and about the jealousy issue just try to spread the love out evenly.
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The first thing that I would do is take them to the vet and explain their behavior problems, especially the biting. There may be a health issue that you are unaware of, causing your dog pain. Dogs are considered senior beginning around 6 or 7 years old, so yours have been seniors for a while. Make sure that they are going to the vet regularly! The vet, who knows the dogs and knows you, will probably have better suggestions targeted specifically to your dogs' personalities.
As far as the behavior issues, you can talk to a trainer, like the ones at petsmart; they have suggestions for just about any situation, and all the ones I've met have been really nice and understanding. I would make sure to give them equal attention, but go out of your way to discourage bad behavior. Dogs do get very jealous, and sometimes it can lead to their attacking each other. If it comes to this, I would suggest professional help. There are many good trainers that will come to your house and train your dogs, as well as show you how.
Good luck and much love!
~TD
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