Why does my male dog squat to pee instead of lifting his leg?

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My dog is a male dog but he pees (urinates) like a female (by sitting and not standing)? What can I do about it? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | 1 year and 2 months old | 10 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

This is not really a problem. Many male dogs squat to urinate especially if there are no objects around for them to urinate on. I am not sure you can correct this behavior but the best way would be to take him to areas where other male dogs have urinated. This may provoke him to want to "mark his territory" on top of that other dog's urine.

Why does my male dog squat to pee instead of lifting his leg?

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