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Will a new male dog pee inside my house to mark his territory?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Based On my little experience i know that male dogs pee to mark their territory or ehen they need to mate so if i bought a male dog he will pee in the corners of the house or what??

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on July 3rd, 2018

Unneutered male dogs have the highest likelihood of “marking” around the house. However, some male neutered dogs and an occasional female dog will also. Any new dog you bring into the house should be confined to small, safe areas unless supervised for a while until you know their marking/ urination/ defecation/ destruction habits. Best of luck and I hope you enjoy your new dog if you get one! Thank you for using Pet Coach.

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