I have a black lab that I adopted 4 months ago. Despite all efforts, she is still not potty trained. My first dog (who is no longer here) was an instant learner and I never had a problem potty training her. However, not only does my lab pee and poo in the house but she does it inside her crate (she only pees in her crate), I am about to replace the carpet because it is beyond any help from a carpet cleaner. She is also very destructive and has ripped up the kitchen floor, practically eaten a small chair and chews on the corners of the walls. She's a real sweetie but I cannot figure out how to stop this madness! My sister and I both adopted puppies at the same time and before my sister moved in a month ago they played together often and now they do all the time so I do not think she is bored, but my sisters dog does not potty in the house. I noticed that my dog even pees in her sleep, not as much but maybe a shot glass amount or a little more. She is always very thirsty and because of the constant peeing I have to monitor her water intake so that I can take her outside before she goes in the house, she literally chugs a whole bowl of water every time I fill it. I read a little about diabetes and I don't want to jump to conclusions but if there is a possibility I want to find out as soon as possible. My last dog died at the age of two and I never found out why despite taking her to a teaching vet at the university when she fell ill and having an autopsy and blood and tissue samples tested after she died. This time around I am being very careful to spot any disease or disorder she might have so that I don't have to see another of my good friends pass. She also has seems to have lost some weight which worries me because she's a healthy eater and I know that I am feeding her the proper amount and have since fed her a little more to see if it would help.
Thanks to any who respond with any tips or advice, I know there's a lot of stuff here but I feel like if I can give enough info then I might receive more help!

It really sounds like she may have a physical problem. I think before trying to do any training, you must have it cleared up. I won't speculate on what the problem might be.

There are things that may help some with her in the sticky at https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/dogs/i...tml#post251802

Hm.

I took my dog to the vet and they did a urine test and it was normal. They told me she was incontinent and that there was medicine for her. The problem has only gotten worse the past week. Now she is peeing a ton and I have to either keep her in her kennel or watch her constantly when she is out. I am going to start the medicine but I don't have the money yet. I am the classic poor college student except worse. I had a dog before her so I thought I could afford it but I did not expect this. I am renting and she has ruined the floors so I have to replace them (carpet and linoleum). I am a true animal lover but I do not think I can handle this responsibility. Is it wrong for me to try to find her a new home with someone more capable of giving her a better life? And is there anyone in the world who would be willing? I don't know how to go about a search. She is a real sweetheart and I will be very sad to give her away but I don't think I can be a good "mommy" for her.
Also, if anyone has any good info on this or a link to a good site about it I would appreciate it because I haven't been able to find any good stuff online. Only sites for special doggy beds and diapers.

Giving away a dog because you can't afford to give it the care it needs would be very tough, but a brave thing to do. You may be able to find a group near you that takes in Labs needing a new home starting at American Kennel Club - Breed Rescue RubyPitbull may have some contacts too.

Lela, If you can not find a lab rescue to take her, give other rescues a try I have seen sheltie rescues take in labs etc... Also you can try a no kill shelter, usually there is a fee to turn a dog in, but it will be much smaller than the cost that you are incurring now.
Just yesterday I turned in a pom that my son found and they dropped the 100 dollar fee that they normally charge for dogs, that are not spayed.
If you happen to be from the Ohio area I can give you a few names of some places here that have helped me in the past. Labman is right it takes a big heart to do what is right even though it may be hard for you. Good Luck

Leala, you have learned a very tough lesson here. I remember friends adopting dogs in college and having to surrender them because they couldn't afford the time or the medical care. Normally, I would say take her to another vet and ensure it isn't a urinary tract infection and get a second opinion as to the problem but since you don't have the money to do this, it would probably be in everyone's best interest if you give the dog up. You said you adopted the dog. From where? Most places require that you return an adopted animal back to them if you are no longer able to care for it. You should start there. If this is not possible, please explain why and what area you are in. I will give you a link to a no kill rescue in your area.