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Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 7 years and 2 months old
Hi, I'm a 14 years old dog owner. So every time I take my dog outside he goes crazy like he doesn't know where he go and he poops EVERYWHERE and pees EVERYWHERE, I don't know why his being like this. As a kid I don't have much time for him like we don't get together all the time, so I don't know what's happening to him. Wish you could help.
2 Answers
Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA
Veterinarian
Published on April 3rd, 2018
Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA
Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Dogs are often excited about going outdoors and will often choose multiple places to urinate and defecate. This is usually enhanced when they are intact/ not neutered. It is one of the ways they mark their territory. Especially if another dog, cat, raccoon, or other animal has been in the yard. I hope this helps answer your question. I don’t think this is a behavior “problem” that needs fixing, it seems like normal dog behavior to me. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.
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