Training Tips: My Dog is Peeing on My Bed
Have you ever discovered a wet spot on your bed and realized that your dog has peed? Unfortunately, this may be a common behavior and it is your responsibly to determine why it is happening. There are many reasons why your dog could be peeing on your bed, and it may not be linked directly to bad behavior. This article will speak about some of the reasons why your dog may be peeing on your bed and some tips on how you can train your dog to stop doing so.
Incontinence – Older female dogs may become incontinent as they grow older. Because of this, the sphincters in their urinary tract that hold the urine do not work as they should. Unfortunately, peeing may occur while the dog is asleep. The good thing is that your veterinarian can prescribe medication to treat this.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) – This may be a common reason why your dog may pee on your bed suddenly. Urinary Tract Infections promote your dog to pee more than usual. Your veterinarian will be able to test their urine to see if there is an infection which may require antibiotics.
Diabetes – Dogs with diabetes will drink more water which will yield more urination throughout the day. If this is the case, your dog may require insulin shots to get their blood sugar under control.
Marking Territory – Sometimes your pet may have the urge to urinate on your bed simply because they want to mark their territory. Keep in mind that when they do this, they are trying to claim the bed as theirs. You may need to look and see if your dog is urinating in other areas of the house to see if they are focused primarily on the bed.
Your dog may be urinating because they are nervous or anxious as well. There are many things that you can do to decrease this. Most importantly, it is best to keep your dog on a regular feeding schedule. Proper socialization and training can also keep them calm. There are so many reasons why your canine may be urinating on your bed. The best thing that you can do as a dog parent is to be patient and kind, scheduling a visit with your veterinarian, and determining the root cause of the behavior. Unfortunately, you may have to stop allowing your dog on the bed if it continues to be an issue.
