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Why does a dog urinate in the kennel?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Emma Watson
Dogs peeing in the kennel may be caused by reasons such as wanting to take revenge on their owners, not having the habit of defecating at a designated location, or suffering from urinary system diseases. First of all, some dogs will urinate in the den in order to retaliate against their owners because they have been taught a lesson. Secondly, if the dog is still relatively young, he will defecate anywhere because he does not have the habit of defecating at a fixed point. Finally, if the dog suffers from urinary system diseases, such as urethritis, cystitis, and urinary system stones, it will cause it to urinate in the nest because it cannot control urination.

1. Revenge against the owner

Dogs usually urinate in the place designated by the owner. However, if the owner makes it angry, such as scolding it or hitting it, some stingy dogs may They will find ways to retaliate against their owners and urinate in the den. Some dogs will even go to the owner's bed to urinate. Therefore, when a dog makes a mistake, the owner cannot just punish it severely. It is recommended to teach it in a gentler way, so as to make the dog's character become more kind and well-behaved.

2. Not having the habit of defecating at a fixed point

If a dog does not have the habit of defecating at a fixed point when it is young, it will defecate anywhere. If this is the case, you can train the dog when it is a little older. For example, collect the dog's urine and diapers and put them in a designated place, let the dog come here to smell and become familiar with its own smell, and then Take your dog to pee here to go to the toilet frequently and multiple times, and reward your dog when he goes to the toilet in the designated place. Over time, the dog will go to the toilet at a fixed time.

3. Suffering from urinary system diseases

If the dog urinates in the den and is also accompanied by symptoms such as frequent urination, painful urination, dripping urine, and incomplete urination, it is mainly It is considered to be caused by urinary system diseases, such as urethritis, cystitis, and urinary system stones. Due to the stimulation of inflammation and stones, the dog cannot control urination, which causes it to urinate in the nest. This situation is quite serious, so it is recommended that the owner take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment in time.

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