How to stop dogs from peeing in the house?
How you tackle the problem of your dog peeing everywhere will depend largely on the cause of the problem, but one thing is crucial to remember – no amount of scolding and disciplining will help your dog.
If anything, raising your voice or physically disciplining your dog will end up damaging your relationship with your dog, increasing distrust, and traumatizing your poor pup.
Any sudden change in your pet’s behavior should be looked at by your vet. Your dog can’t tell you when they don’t feel well so they will usually try to alert you by behaving differently.
If your dog’s inappropriate urination is related to a health concern, treating the medical issue will usually solve the problem and your pooch will go back to the well house-trained companion they were before.
If your dog is intact, your vet may recommend spaying or neutering as this usually reducing marking behavior.
If your vet finds your dog in good health, you must then consider other factors that may be contributing to the problem.
Has there been a significant change in your dog’s life? Assess whether your pooch is being triggered by some kind of stressor. It could be separation anxiety, it could be a loud noise outside.
Go back to basics with your pooch if they show regression in their toilet habits. Focus on positively reinforcing appropriate toilet behavior, make sure to create and stick to a strict schedule for going outside, and set your pooch up for success.
While it’s understandable that you’re frustrated by this step backward, remember not to take it out on your canine companion. They are not doing this to spite you or to punish you.
Resist the temptation to shout at or scold your dog in these moments. Very little will be achieved by losing your temper and creating fear and shame in your dog.
Read through our guide for potty training puppies – the techniques we cover aren’t only good for puppies but for refresher training too.
Dogs are simple creatures and will show signs that they are getting ready to a number (one or two) on your carpet, bed, sofa, etc. Keep an eye out for these signals and try to intervene in time.
A dog that’s looking for a place to potty will circle and sniff and whine. They will almost always return to the scene of previous toilet mishaps – dogs tend to urinate in the same place.
Of course, more obvious behaviors like scratching or pawing at the door and seeming restless are sure signs that something is about to happen.
Don’t ignore these messages from your dog, and if you are able to intervene in time and get them outside where they do their business, don’t forget to praise and reward them for this excellent behavior.
We mentioned that dogs tend to always pee in the same place and will often return to the scene of past ‘crimes’. This is almost entirely scent-based which makes it critical that you clean up any indoor accident thoroughly to ensure that no scent-markers remain to tempt your pup to pee again.
Clean up accidents as soon as possible – lingering smells will only signal to your pooch that this is an acceptable place to pee. When cleaning, makes sure to be as thorough as possible.
Enzyme cleaners are a good option for cleaning up a wee – these cleaners tackle and eliminate the smells that our noses don’t necessarily pick up, but your dog’s sensitive snout will.
Dogs are sensitive creatures with an emotional world that we can’t always access. An animal behaviorist can help you to decode possible reasons for your canine’s sudden regression of toilet behavior.
A behaviorist will offer you insights into why your dog may be suddenly peeing indoors and will prescribe behavior modification techniques for you to practice with your pup. If you commit to implementing these techniques, you’ll begin to see results in no time.
It can be extremely disheartening when your potty-trained adult dog suddenly reverts to peeing indoors for no apparent reason. While we understand the frustration of having to return to a way of life that includes mopping up wee, there’s usually a reason for your dog’s regression.
Don’t lose heart! It’s easier than you think to regain a harmonious home that’s pee-free. Start with a visit to the vet and an honest assessment of your dog’s world. Once you’ve ruled out a medical reason, look for potential stress and anxiety in your dog’s life.
Practice the same techniques you used when you originally potty trained your pooch. Set your dog up for success with regular trips outside and give plenty of praise and treats for good behavior. Remember to stay calm in the face of an accident, and make sure to clean up any messes quickly and thoroughly.
Don’t be afraid to reach out to a behaviorist if you find you’re struggling or need some help to get your pooch peeing where it should and not on your bed or carpets. Share this Article
If you own a dog, then you know the frustration of walking into a room and finding a puddle of urine or giant spot on the carpet. And while this is a natural and common occurrence with dogs, its still not pleasant to deal with. Nicole Ellis, a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and a pet lifestyle expert with Rover, offers the following tips on how to stop a dog from peeing in the house, so you can spend more time playing and less time cleaning.
Why does my puppy pee on my bed?
If your puppy is peeing on your bed, in their bed, or anywhere indoors, it’s safe to assume that they’re not yet fully potty trained. It’s important to remember that potty training is a process, and it can take quite a while to complete.
Sometimes, a pup will make significant progress with their potty training and then suddenly regress. This can happen after an illness or a big event in the pup’s life – moving house, a new pet or family member, even something like a change of season can impact your pup’s toilet habits.
If your puppy is peeing in the house, don’t lose hope. Just keep at it and continue to positively reinforce the desired behavior.
How to Stop Your Dog From Peeing Indoors
Accidents happen, and as a pet owner, you’ve probably dealt with your fair share of puppy puddles and soggy carpets.
But once you’ve potty trained your pooch, you don’t expect to still have to deal with pee in your house. Inappropriate peeing behavior can wreck your sense of humor and your floors. So, what gives? Why do dogs pee in the house? And what can you do to get them to stop?