Willie started leg lifting around 4 months---Archie much later around 7 months. Willie always lifts outside, but since he is such a "squatty body" (he has very short legs) the lifting doesn't change his basic position. He still squats on pads inside so I've never had an issue of trying any kind of target.
He did fall over once, first thing in the morning and he wasn't completely awake. I think he was a bit embarrassed.
Archie usually still squats to actually pee even outside and usually only lifts to mark, especially on walks.
They were neutered at 7 months.
My niece's female Yorkie is a leg lifter too. I've never seen other female dogs do that. Maybe it is another "Yorkie thing". |