Why doesn't my male dog lift his leg when peeing? Is it a concern?

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Why my dog dont lift his leg up while peeing and he is almost 3 yrs now..and my neighbor has gsd 1 yr old and he pee by lift his leg up so why my dog dont lift leg and neighbor dog does ? How can i force my dog to lift his leg while peeing ? Also if dog dont lift his leg is there a possibility that he has shorter lifespan ? Give me technique how can I train my dog to lift his leg while peeing. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | 2 years and 11 months old

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This does not mean at all that he is expected to have a shorter lifespan. He is expected to have the same lifespan as it he lifted his leg while urinating. There is no reason or benefit to train him to lift his leg while urinating. Some male dogs just do not lift their legs to urinate. There is no need to be concerned about this. Have a great day!

Why doesn't my male dog lift his leg when peeing? Is it a concern?

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