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Is it normal for my 11-week-old male puppy to lift his leg to pee?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 13 days old | 13 lbs

Hello, I’ve got an American stafford male puppy of 11 weeks. He however is already peeing with his leg up. Isn’t this too soon? Is this normal?

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on January 24th, 2018

No that is not too soon, even though it is indeed quite early! I would consider it quite normal, so nothing to be worried about. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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