Rottweiler Forum:
Health Question

I'm a relatively new dog owner - a wonderful rotty - but I've got a question. He will only 'do his business' in our backyard. At first, I thought 'cool - I don't have to pick up after him in public'. But last month, my family went on a 2 day vacation (no dogs allowed..), and placed Harley in a kennel (very clean, well maintained). When I brought him home, it literally took several minutes and attempts to empty his bladder! Even on short road trips of a few hours, I'll give him several opportunities to relieve himself, but he will not. Is this a 'vet' issue? Thanks!

Dont know if it is a vet issue or not, but who better to ask about it than your vet. I know my Rottie had horrible seperation anxiety, when he was not with me (when i boarded him) or was away from home (with or without me) he would not eat, drink, or potty. It took the help of a trainer and some time, but we eventually got past it.