QuestionI got this puppy from a farm where he was going to be shot. I have never had any problems with him until now. He is 7 months old and and has started peeing in the house. I will take him out side but he won't go and once we get back in side he goes!! He has also started peeing when I touch him. i have never hit him or been mean to him. But if he won't come to me or get off the couch when I walk over to him he pees and a lot. I can't even pet him anymore with out him peeing every where. He now has free roam of the house cause I don't want to make him pee. PLEASE HELP ME!!!!!
AnswerIt might be because he might not be neutured yet,getting that done may help or get rid of it all together as they are often more likely to mark when intact
It also sounds like he is a very submisive dog here's a a few helpful hints:
*Most importantly, remember that you are dealing
with a very sensitive companion that is very
receptive to the way you treat them.
*Because you are dealing with a dog that for
whatever reason feels submissive, scolding and
punishment do NOT work. They only make the dog
feel more powerless and less in control.
*Always encourage and PRAISE the dog for what it
does right. This helps to build self confidence
and cements the bond between you and your pet.
*Do not hover over the dog when greeting it.
This is a dominant position and will be interpreted as
so. Crouch down and let the dog approach you.
*Limiting your dog's intake of water can help it
gain control. If you know guests are coming over,
take the water away for a interval before their
arrival. (You should not limit your dog's access to
water for any extended period of time.)
*If your dog urinates out of excitement when you
return home and greet it, or if unfamiliars greet
it, try to downplay the greeting by staying calm
and saying hello or even ignoring it for the first
few minutes until it calms down. Ask your friends
to do this as well.
*If your pooch urinates in response to loud, angry
scolding, instead of yelling at them when they do
something wrong, try to deal with their inappropriate
behavior in firm and constructive manner. A firm NO
given consistently at wrongdoings will often suffice.