Why do dogs keep peeing at home when they are in heat?
Why do dogs keep peeing at home when they are in heat? Introduction It is important to understand what is happening in your dog's body when they are in heat. Hormones rage and there are changes in their behavior. The smell is stronger. When dogs are in heat, their scent glands become more active and they begin to secrete a stronger-smelling substance. This is why you may notice that your dog smells more strongly than he or she normally does. The smell of urine is one of the main scents that triggers sexual attraction in dogs. When a female dog urinates outside, she leaves her scent behind on the ground or furniture. The male dog can detect this odor even when it's faint—even when there's another female present who has also just urinated nearby! He'll find it hard not to follow wherever she went since he wants to know what she has been doing (and whether she needs help with anything). They want to attract males and the urine ensures it reaches them. It’s also possible t...