Michelle Boyle
Posted : 7/18/2006 2:15:07 PM
Hmmm...
Dogs don't usually just start going in the house after years of being housebroken without a major reason.
Most of the time, the reason is medical, but its puzzling that both dogs have started doing this. Maybe there's something going on with one and the other is mimicing the behavior.
Regardless, I think a full medical work up is required on both dogs, just in case.
Dogs have a VERY strong urge to NOT go where they live. Once housetrained successfully (i.e., first six months of ownership without any accidents unless it is from being left alone too long for them to hold) this shouldn't be happening.
Talk to your vet about other possible emotional issues that may have been brought on by some recent upsetting change.
Good luck!