Peeing when excited

[RIO THE JRT]

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Hi
Im just wondering if anyone knows why my jack Russell pees a little sometimes if i go to pick him up when he is excited and around new people ? Tia

 

[JoanneF]

Is this a new thing, or has he always done it?

How old is he?

 

[RIO THE JRT]

Is this a new thing, or has he always done it?

How old is he?

He is only 6 months old

 

[JoanneF]

At that age he won't have full control of his bladder and there's every likelihood he will outgrow it.

You could help by having him meet visitors outside, after he has already peed, and ask them not to do anything that causes extra excitement.

And when you pick him up, there are a few things to consider, not all necessarily related to the peeing. First, it's important to train small dogs in being lifted, because there are times when it will be necessary (for example, on to a vet table). So give him a cue before you do it, so you aren't taking him by surprise. Second, pretend he is a Great Dane (seriously). By that, I mean don't just lift him for your convenience. That runs the risk you disturb him when he is in a comfortable place and in turn, might make him cross at being disturbed and start objecting to being lifted just to suit you. You wouldn't be able to do that with a Great Dane, so before you lift him, think about why you are doing it and whether there's a better choice.