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My 1-year-old dog pees when he sees people. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 1 month old | 17 lbs

Dog always urinates when he see's a person and he couldn't control it.he's 1yr and 2 month old

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on June 20th, 2019

This could be submissive urination. It is common in younger dogs. Luckily, they typically outgrow the behavior. Until then, try to greet visitors outside to minimize accidents. Gradually acclimate Django to strangers, one at a time. If possible, walk him in parks and around town to expose him to people and places. A pheromone product, such as the Adaptil collar or DAP plug in diffuser, may decrease any anxiety. https://www.petcoach.co/article/submissive-excitement-urination-how-to-control-it/

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