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I think the issue isn't so much that he isn't house-trained, but that he's reluctant to go outside when he has the opportunity, and then just can't hold it. In other words, he may know that he's supposed to go outside, but because he doesn't have the opportunity to go outside when he feels the need, he has no option but to go indoors since they can't hold it forever. I agree that it may help if you can get him to eliminate at 11pm, and again just before you go to work, either by taking him for a short walk round the block, or by going out in the garden with him and encouraging him to stay out there until he's been (but a walk would be much better). I think it's great that you've arranged for people to visit him during the day to check that he's OK and provide him with some company. Not all greyhounds sleep all day and hopefully in time he will trust these people sufficiently to allow them to take him into the garden or out for a walk. It may also help to put a command to his eliminations so that he will at least have some idea what you want him to do. It's very easy to teach: simply choose your word/s (carefully, since other people may have to use them too!) and say them just as you see him begin to eliminate, then gently praise him. Eventually he'll pick up what he's supposed to do. Obviously he can't go if there's nothing in the tank but it will at least give him a clue as to what you want. I always go out into the garden with mine to check that they've both done everything they're supposed to, but even so sometimes one of them will try to sneak back in the house after just doing a wee. I just ask them if there's anything else they want to do (this is my cue for a number 2!) and they know exactly what I mean and will usually come back to the grass and wander around for a while until they go. Do you have any idea why he's afraid of the garden? Have you tried any calming supplements, such as Zylkene? I used this with good results with one of mine for about a year when I first got her.

My sympathy to all who loved her. Rest in peace, Ciria.

I'm so sorry you had to say goodbye to your special boy. He was one of the lucky ones to be so loved. I hope your many happy memories will bring you peace and comfort in time. Hugs to you in your grief. Rest in peace, Mac, loved and remembered always.

How sad. He was beautiful.

So sorry for your loss. What a sweet, beautiful face she has.

She was beautiful - so sorry you had to say goodbye to her.

So sorry you lost your beautiful Cash.

So sorry for your loss of Richy.

Could be something as simple (but nonetheless painful) as a misalignment in her back. A chiropractor would be able tell you.

Why does she sit when she's out walking? Seems an odd thing to do. Does she get tired, or too hot? I would be concerned, especially as you mentioned in another thread that she has been scraping her foot a little. Have you considered a chiropractor or similar for her?

So sorry for your loss. Rest in peace, Mystique.

So sorry you had to say goodbye to Karma and to you in your grief.

I'm so sorry for your loss of Timmy - may all your wonderful memories bring you peace in time.

What an amazing girl she was and what an amazing, understanding tribute too. Be happy with your Mom in heaven beautiful Bobber.

I'm feeling sad for you too - it's so hard.

Gorgeous! You are so lucky. I'd love a puppy.

Congratulations on adopting Andy: he looks very handsome and muscular from what I can see of him - reminds me of my boy in his younger days. I look forward to seeing more pictures.

Nice article. I'm glad I'm not the only one who apologizes to my dogs if I cause them to growl at me!

She was so beautiful.

I'm so sorry for your loss of Mira. I remember a picture of her with her neck wrapped around your mom's (?) neck - so sweet. I miss your posts and pictures too.

I'm so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace, Sallie, loved and remembered always.

I am so sorry for your loss of Dazzle.

Rest in peace, Julie. They were both such beautiful girls.

It does break your heart. It's so hard wanting to do the best for them, but not necessarily knowing what the "right" thing is, or when.

I'm so sorry you lost your precious girl. Rest in peace, Anita.