How to Stop Submissive or Excitement Peeing in Dogs
Your new puppy or rescued dog may have a submissive or excited urination problem if they occasionally urinate on the floor for no apparent reason. It's important to understand what submissive or excitement urination looks like so you can recognize it when something more serious may be going on with your dog. Any inappropriate urination, regardless of where it occurs, could signal an underlying health problem.
Although occasional incontinence in older dogs is common, your dog should still be examined by your veterinarian in case there is a health issue. Finding the source of a problem in the case of housebroken puppies frequently requires some serious investigation.
We're here to assist you understand inappropriate dog urination and how to stop it.
Why Do Dogs Urinate When Submissive?
Dogs who urinate submissively do so in an effort to please a person they perceive as "socially dominant" and avoid being disciplined. When someone approaches, when they are greeted, or if they have already experienced harsh treatment or punishment following inappropriate urinating, submissive dogs may urinate. This frequently occurs in rescued dogs as well as timid, apprehensive, and shy canines.
It's likely that your dog has an excitement problem if it doesn't urinate while you're in a dominant position, such as gazing your dog in the eye, bending from the waist, or meeting them face-on. It's probably a submissive issue if your dog eliminates when you get home, when you're in a dominant position, or when it's being disciplined.
How to Stop Submissive Urination
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Do not strike, reprimand, or yell at your dog after it has urinated in order to correct submissive peeing. Instead, work on boosting its self-confidence by teaching it basic commands (such as sit, stay, and come) and rewarding it when it succeeds. The same method of praise and rewards is used to teach young animals basic skills (roll over, fetch). Additionally, you should engage with your dog while adopting the following non-dominant postures:
Stay out of your dog's direct line of sight, approach from the side, and lower yourself to your dog's level.
Instead of caressing your puppy's top of the head, do so under the chin.
When you return home, greet your dog quietly and immediately take him outside to relieve himself.
If your dog urinates inside the house, just quickly clean it up and go.
Don't forget to praise and thank your dog when it urinates where it should.
Why Do Dogs Pee When Excited?
The good news is that excitement peeing primarily affects puppies younger than one year old, and they normally outgrow it. The bad news is that they won't be able to break the habit right away. These are the dogs that urinate when running around, when you get home, or whenever strangers come by. To teach a puppy to stop acting in this way, use patience and compassion.
How to Stop Excited Peeing in Dogs
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Keep a calm, quiet manner and be consistent to assist your dog with excitement urinating.
_Keep any fun outside or on a space made just for it out of newspaper and puppy pads. In this way, it won't be a big concern if there is a minor mishap brought on by enthusiasm.
_Similar to submissive peeing, don't correct or penalize your dog if there is an accident. Just discreetly clean it up and let the puppy or dog be. To prevent the dog from smelling the urine scent and deciding it is acceptable you pee in that spot again, be sure to properly clean up any stains, ideally with an enzymatic cleaner.
_When your puppy urinates in the proper location, reward it with treats, and limit your greetings. When you go home, you might want to ignore the dog altogether. Is this treatment cruel? Since it gives your dog a chance to settle down on its own, it's not actually necessary. Invite visitors to follow suit.
_Give your dog praise and rewards when it relieves itself while you're out walking. The same holds true for peeing in assigned locations. All of these techniques should assist your puppy in breaking the behavior of peeing while aroused while also assisting you in raising a calmer, more self-assured dog.
Health Issues That Can Cause Peeing in Dogs
Make an appointment with your puppy's veterinarian to rule out any health issues before attempting behavior modification. If your dog has a urinary tract infection, which is treatable with antibiotics, a urinalysis will reveal. X-rays and other diagnostic procedures can reveal whether your puppy has cystitis, an inflammation of the bladder, or bladder stones. Your veterinarian will also look for any signs of kidney disease or diabetes, both of which can cause unneeded or excessive urination.
The majority of medical disorders that make your puppy urinate excessively may be treated, though kidney stones may necessitate surgery.
After being neutered, your male dog might still urinate within the house (or in another unsuitable location). After this operation, it's not always evident why dogs feel the urge to mark their territory. Consult your veterinarian if the peeing lasts longer than a week after neutering.
Professional Behavior Training
You may need to take your dog to a qualified veterinary behavior specialist if you've done everything and they still can't get your dog to stop urinating when it is excited or submissive. Occasionally, having a specialist's opinion on the issue might be helpful; they might be able to spot trends in your puppy's behavior that you're missing.