{"id":192,"date":"2021-03-19T16:36:09","date_gmt":"2021-03-19T21:36:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mobilevetmd.com\/blog\/?p=192"},"modified":"2021-03-19T16:36:09","modified_gmt":"2021-03-19T21:36:09","slug":"room-for-improvement-a-dog-that-pees-when-excited","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.englishtownvet.com\/blog\/room-for-improvement-a-dog-that-pees-when-excited\/","title":{"rendered":"Room For Improvement: A Dog That Pees When Excited"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It\u2019s not the end of the world, but it can be inconvenient or embarrassing when a dog pees where they shouldn\u2019t. Spontaneous urination is a common occurrence in younger or newly adopted dogs. While it\u2019s usually just a sign that they need more training, a dog that pees when excited needs patience and support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Reality Sets In<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first couple times your dog loses control, it might be endearing. But constantly cleaning up urine is not fun. Many dog owners experience frustration or confusion, but it\u2019s crucial to stay as neutral as possible. By overreacting you could inadvertently reinforce the behavior and make it harder to redirect your dog\u2019s behavior<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Is This Happening?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Despite your dog leaking urine only when they become excited by visitors or by a certain toy\/activity, it\u2019s important to rule out potential medical concerns<\/a>. Some health problems can lead to or directly cause a lack of bladder control, and should be treated. If your pup is otherwise healthy we can address their behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Dog That Pees When Excited<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A leaky bladder is not uncommon in younger dogs new to housetraining, or pups that have been newly adopted. Sometimes, dogs pee when they are really happy. They can also leak urine when playing or when they greet new people or other animals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is an age-appropriate behavior that gradually eases as a dog grows. That doesn\u2019t make it any easier to live with until then, however.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Deal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you know that your dog simply pees when excited<\/a>, and are waiting for the behavior to fade, you can bide your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n