Submissive Peeing
Why does my dog pee when I pet him after I
return from being gone for an extended period of time?
Dawn Littlefield
Why does it happen?
It is a submissive gesture (sometimes it
is a fearful thing that they just can not control.) You can not punish
them because it is something that they are not doing on purpose and they can not
help it. If your dog is young she will most likely outgrow it.
How do I work on stopping it?
Move slowly, and build her
confidence. Walking sideways or backward, with your hand held out with a
treat, and stopping when you see her start to squat and let her come to
you. Keep the praise to a minimum. Do not
bend down toward her, or look at her in the eyes. When you walk into the
house and she runs to you, do not stop and reach down to pet her. Go to
the bathroom or do something besides greeting her immediately. Have a
treat, one that will last awhile, in your pocket and when you walk in just toss
it (not at her) on the floor. Or even better, if she will take it from
your hand while you are standing, so she can't sit down. Then go do
something until she calms down. Do not get on the ground with her and do
not lean over her. Try not to face your dog head on.
| A little later, let your dog come to you. It may take awhile,
but it can be done. You can gradually adjust your motions as
you see her confidence building. |
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