[bliss7373]

I agree with the above posts. Start from square one. Dog need to earn freedom slowly - I think you are moving too fast for Luci.

While I understand this is VERY frustrating, please remain patient with Luci. It isn't her fault that she isn't ready for that much freedom. As you already recognized, yelling at her and rubbing her nose in it isn't helping.

Start over with the housetraining. Enroll in obedience classes again, both you and your girlfriend. Get Luci on a feeding/walking schedule that everyone in the house sticks to. Take things slowly with her - she's clearly a timid girl and might need even more patience and time than the regular dog - keep everything very positive and happy, she'll come along much quicker.

It almost sounds like Luci is reacting - to a certain extent- out of stress. She gets worried when you leave or lock her out of a room, doesn't know how to react, and winds up destroying things and making a mess. The first order of business is what you're doing - back to square one on the crate training. Next, I'd try to make leaving and coming home a low-key event. Don't give her a reason to get all worked up over it. I would also make sure that Luci is getting plenty of exercise before you leave for the day!

Good luck!