My male dog is humping. Why does he do it and how can I help?

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What does it when your dog starts to hump?? And how can I help him if he is n heat? Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Male | unneutered | 2 years and 9 months old | 8 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Male dogs do not go in to heat, that is exclusively female. Male dogs can mate and are fertile all the time. Humping can be sexual in nature, or to show dominance or dogs can hump when anxious. If something has changed in his environment or routine he could be stressed. Distract him when he starts and try to calm him down. Exercise him and provide a lot of praise and interaction for acceptable behaviors. Consider neutering him if the behavior escalates. I hope this helps and I wish Charlie the best!

My male dog is humping. Why does he do it and how can I help?

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