> Everytime my (2 year old but new to us)dog greets me after I've been
> out awhile, he leaks a little urine. This problem is getting worse.
This isn't leaking, it's submissive urination. He's urinating to show you
that you're top dog and he is submitting to you. Yelling at him or scolding
him will only make the problem WORSE -- the slinking away is a sign that
you're misinterpreting. He's not afraid of "leaking," he's afraid of you
getting angry at him. He doesn't understand why you're angry and is
associating your anger with you arriving home, not the urination.
First of all, when you come home, *ignore your dog*. Go over and sit down
on the floor or on a couch and let him come to you. Don't make a huge fuss
over him, just be cheerful and pet him and praise him.
Second, how long has your dog been left alone in the house? An overfull
bladder will contribute to the problem.
Start teaching your dog a specific routine to go through when you or your
wife come home, so that he can perform a behavior and be praised for it.
For example, teach him to pick up a favorite toy and meet you at the couch,
sitting down and waiting for you there. This will give your dog confidence
and something to look forward to, so that he doesn't have to show you his
insecurity by urinating.
Anne
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