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Why does my Shih Tzu pee when excited or nervous around visitors?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Why does my shizhu think everyone that comes by, visiting her, and also with the excitable pee ??

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on December 16th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! That is a sign of being nervous or just submissive. That is not something that is likely to get better other than with time as she gets more comfortable with her surroundings. Best of luck!

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