My 9-week-old puppy pees a lot, even when relaxed. Is this normal?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 3 days old | 9.2 lbs
Hello our Labrador pup (9 weeks old) seems be to peeing a lot. This last hour was 7 times, he did one wile simply lying in a relaxed position. We have only had him a couple of days but we are worried about this. We keep his bowl with water but he does like to drink regularly. What are your thoughts on this.
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Published on August 27th, 2017
Oh Chester! It sounds like he is not emptying his bladder when he pees. I would take him on a leash to his potty area and give him a command like "go potty", wait 10-15 minutes for him to go. If he goes right away, great, but I would wait another 10-15 minutes to make sure he empties his bladder. Continue to take him out when he wakes up, after he eats, when hes doing playing and before bed. Keep him near you at all times so you can catch him before he has an accident. Give him lots of praise when he potties when he's told. Also set up a daily routine so he understands when to go. This is going to take time, patience, and repetition. I can discuss training further with a consult if you would like. Kisses to Chester!
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Published on October 9th, 2019
I recommend to have Ashley neutered. Small breed, intact males are the hardest to housebreak. Then start crate training Ashley. Here is a great link: https://www.petcoach.co/article/how-to-crate-train-your-dog/ At his age, Ashley can comfortably hold his urine/feces 8-10 hours. Remove the puppy pads unless absolutely needed as this only causes confusion (is it ok to go potty in the house?). Assuming he will not potty in the crate. Take him outside for 15 minutes, if he does not potty outside, CARRY him back inside and put him back in the crate for 30-45 minutes. Then CARRY him back outside for another 15 minutes. You will repeat this until he potties outside. Praise him immensely and give him treats as soon as he potties. Then he can be free in the house. Using a leash and baby gates in the house will help to avoid him from having accidents. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.
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