How To Stop Your Dog Marking In The House – The Quick & Easy Way

Over the past few years, I’ve lost count of the number of emails I get about dealing with dogs marking. So today, I want to touch base on one of the more common questions I had recently, which is… “How exactly do I stop my dog from marking?”

It’s sad to say, but we don’t live in a perfect world. And while we’d all like nothing more to own a well-behaved pooch, the fact is that it’s not always going to be as smooth sailing from the get-go.

Now, nobody wants to deal with a dog that constantly marks.

But unfortunately, it happens so often that it can feel like a constant battle to make sure your dog isn’t constantly marking their territory at every opportunity.

Not only that, but it can put a huge strain on the relationship you have with your dog, which can often result in expensive behavior training or in worst cases, even rehoming them.

I speak from personal experience when I say that nobody deserves to go through this frustration. So it’s essential to try and steer your dog away from this frustrating behavior before the unthinkable happens.

But here’s the problem…

Hiring a trainer to stop unwanted behaviors like marking can be very expensive, and to be honest, you don’t really need to.

I’ll explain how in a minute. First, let me talk about WHY your dog seems to be so hard to train…

See, the reason you are having so much difficulty training your dog is that you’ve been training them the outdated way.

It’s not your fault though. The fault really lies with all the bad dog training information that’s out there on the Internet and elsewhere.

Most people start training their dogs using verbal cues or commands like SIT, STAY, etc. Because that’s what they have been taught to do by numerous books on dog training and by all the videos they’ve seen on the Internet.

Here’s the problem – that’s exactly how NOT to train a dog!

Why?

Because the science of animal behavior says that starting your training using verbal cues sets your dog up for failure.

Dogs that are trained only using verbal cues never get trained properly. Or at least, the training doesn’t last long.

So what’s the best way to train a dog?

The science is very clear on this – dogs are best trained by using body language. Now, this doesn’t mean that you should never use verbal cues. What it means is that you should always START your dog’s training using body language. Later on, you can bring in a verbal cue to reinforce your dog’s training.

That’s it?… Yeah, that’s it.

So how do you train your dog using body language?

Well, instead of giving you a few quick tips and leaving you to figure out the rest. I want to give you something actionable that you can use RIGHT NOW to transform your dog’s behavior.

So with this in mind, I’d highly recommend taking a few minutes to check out the K9 Training Institute.

The K9 Training Institute runs a free online dog training workshop that goes into extensive detail on the best practices and techniques to stop unwanted behaviors like marking.

It’s designed to help “normal” dogs like yours develop the same level of calmness, obedience, and impulse control as service dogs.

It’s presented by Dr. Alexa Diaz (one of the top service dog trainers in the U.S.) and Eric Presnall (host of the hit Animal Planet TV show “Who Let the Dogs Out”).

The techniques described in the workshop have been a complete game changer for myself and thousands of other frustrated owners who implemented the techniques inside this free workshop.

This is because for the first time (at least that I know of) anyone has revealed the secret techniques used by the service dog training industry to train service dogs.

The best part?

These techniques work on ANY dog… regardless of age or breed.

From small breeds like Pomeranians and Chihuahuas to large breeds like English Mastiffs and Great Danes.

Even puppies as young as 6 weeks old, and untrained adult dogs as old as 13 years, have been successfully trained using the techniques inside this free workshop.

It’s not a live workshop – it’s actually pre-recorded, which means that you can watch it as many times as you like.

However, while the workshop is free, I am not sure how long it’s going to stay that way, so I’d recommend checking it out while it’s still available.

So go ahead and click the link below, implement the techniques inside the free workshop, and get ready to watch your dog transform before your very eyes.

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Why Does My Dog Keep Marking In The House?

In some ways, marking is the most natural behavior in the world for a dog.

Ultimately, it’s how they claim ownership of a particular object or place.

The problem is, it’s not a behavior that’s not always appreciated. It’s especially not appreciated when it’s allowed to go unchecked.

Now, marking behavior on its own isn’t necessarily dangerous.

But a dog that’s allowed to get away with it consistently may eventually flip the script and become overly protective and territorial. And that’s when the real problems start.

Even a dog that marks infrequently needs to be taught to stop. After all, the occasional mark is one thing… constant marking is quite another. 

The point here is that ALL marking behaviors need to be treated as equal.

Basically, it all needs to be discouraged.

That said, treating your dog as an individual by figuring out the root cause of their behavior is going to be crucial in determining the right modification technique.

A dog who marks because they’re anxious, for example, may need to be treated quite differently from a dog who marks because they’re territorial.

Before jumping to the solution, take a moment to consider what could be motivating your dog’s behavior.

Some of the most common reasons include:

They’re Territorial

All dogs are territorial to an extent (as are humans, when you think about it) but left unchecked, it can quickly develop into a problem.

While some can get super territorial about high-value items like food or people, others can get possessive about household objects like toys. 

If your dog thinks they ‘own’ an item. They may mark or display other undesirable behaviors at anyone who gets in between them and their possession.  

It’s a Habit 

It’s not uncommon for some owners to give in and just accept that marking is part and parcel of being a dog.

Eventually, they come to the conclusion that marking and other undesirable behavior is just part of the game.

To make matters worse, an untrained dog often can’t tell the difference between what is and isn’t acceptable.

This is also where the techniques revealed inside the K9 Training Institute’s free online dog training workshop really come in handy.

Not only will you learn how to stop unwanted marking, but you’ll also discover simple, highly effective calming exercises to keep your dog’s behavior in check.

So if you haven’t had a chance to watch the workshop, here’s the link you need…

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How to Stop Your Dog Marking In The House

Before you can stop your dog from marking in the house, you need to identify the root cause.

Although any kind of marking should be discouraged, different motivations need different treatment.

Consider factors like your dog’s age, whether the behavior is generalized or happens in certain places around the home, and whether your dog displays any other fearful or aggressive behaviors.

When it comes to training, you need to think about the big picture. It might be frustrating when your dog starts randomly marking their territory, but the problem is still the behavior itself. Not the thing they are marking.

If you want to address the problem, you need to address the problem, period. 

For instance, trying to stop your dog from marking in the bedroom isn’t going to work if you let them get away with it in the backyard.

Remember, dogs respond to consistency. So be mindful to keep working on discouraging negative behaviors and encouraging positive ones.   

Keep Them Entertained

If a dog tends to mark out of boredom, finding a new outlet for their energy is crucial.  

And stick to games that allow your dog to let off some steam without engaging in any undesirable behaviors. 

Get Them Checked Out 

If your dog has only recently started marking, and if it’s accompanied by any other out-of-character behavior, something might be wrong.

If you’ve any reason to suspect a health issue could be to blame for their behavior, get them checked out by a vet as soon as possible.

Win Your Dogs Mind

Here’s one of the most important lessons that can be summed up in a few simple words…

…” It’s about winning your dog’s mind first”

See, dogs come in all shapes and sizes.

Some are naturally mild-mannered and calm…

…Some can be a little overbearing at times.

…And some are just downright Crazy with a capital “C”

But the one thing they all have in common is they respect the pack leader.

Now, if you’re one of the lucky few, your dog may already see you as the pack leader.

Other times, it may a little time and effort to steer them in the right direction.

And if you’re one of the very unlucky ones (as many are), getting your dog to calm down is about as easy as getting a toddler to take a nap after 6 cans of Redbull.

But no matter what your situation, getting your dog on the path to success will always come down to the same thing…

…Winning their mind.

Flashback to when I was a young inexperienced puppy parent.

It was one of the most stressful times of my life.

And here’s the thing…

It wasn’t that I was applying the wrong training techniques to my pup’s routine.

Far from it…

It was because I was missing the critical step of winning his mind first.

Once I got my head around this, everything instantly fell into place.

This is also why it’s a HUGE MISTAKE to train your dog without first getting to grips with this one core principle.

And it’s effortless once you know how to do it.

Now, instead of just giving you a few tips and leaving you to figure out the rest, I think it would be much more beneficial to give you something actionable so you can start seeing results immediately.

So if you want to hit the ground running and discover how to quickly win your dog’s mind and stop all those frustrating problems that have been driving you insane, go ahead and check out the K9 Training Institute’s free online dog training workshop.

Not only will you discover how to win your dog’s mind. But you’ll also how to teach your dog to control the natural impulses that trigger unwanted marking.

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Here’s What You’ll Learn Inside This Free Workshop

In the free workshop, you’ll discover:

– The secret methods that service dog trainers use to housebreak dogs

So that your dog never has accidents inside your house ever again.

– How service dogs are trained to never bark out of excitement

Contrary to what many people believe, you CAN’T stop a dog from letting you know that someone has come to your front door – they are simply hard wired for it. Instead, find out the “QUIET WAY” that you can teach your dog so that it still gets to alert you to strangers – without barking even once.

– Why service dogs behave so well when walking on the leash without pulling

So that you can leash train your dog just like a service dog.

– How service dogs are trained to ALWAYS come when called

So that your dog too will come back to you the moment you say its name in the dog park or anywhere else (no matter what it might have been doing at that time).

– How the pros train their dogs to stop jumping on people

So that your dog learns to calmly greet people who come over to your house.

– The secret methods that service dog trainers use to train their dogs to tune out distractions

So that your dog stays calm and doesn’t react at all when passing by other dogs.

– How service dog trainers train their dogs mainly using body language

So that you can get your dog’s attention in public situations without having to raise your voice or use verbal commands.

– How service dogs do more than follow commands – they read their human partners in demonstrable and extraordinary ways

And how your dog can too!

– Why the training techniques that work on service dogs also work on dog breeds that are typically not thought of as service dogs

This means that these techniques will work on your dog even if it’s a breed – like a Chihuahua, Rottweiler, Akita, etc. – that is usually not considered a breed suitable for being a service dog.

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