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Old September 24th, 2008, 05:34 PM
TwoLostSouls TwoLostSouls is offline
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Dogs don't understand the difference between inside and outside nor do they have the intuition to decipher "you can't pee here because we're in somebody's house".

Dogs usually stop relieving themselves in your house because you teach it not to. Generally they understand that the house they live in is an extension of the pack's den. That doesn't mean it will hold the same rules for everyone else's house.

Before you enter someone else's home, ensure your dog is calm and submissive. If you bring him inside while in an excited state, spot peeing will be the least of your problems. From the time before you enter, your dog must understand that this new den is "yours" and he isn't allowed to eliminate in it. This is done by asserting your ownership to the dog, like making sure it is the last to enter, keeping it on the leash and making corrections if it even sniffs something you want it to stay away from.

Don't correct your dog if you're angry or frustrated as your dog will perceive you as weak and pee where he damned well pleases.
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