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Originally Posted by GaMom06  He is almost 1. His prior family did not have him neutered so we are taking him. Hopefully it has not become a habit yet  .
I will have to check out the belly bands thanks! |
It takes about a month after surgery for the testosterone levels in the blood to lower. The testicles make the bulk of the testosterone, although the adrenal gland makes some as well, and this amount varies greatly between dogs. The testosterone is thought to be the hormone responsible for marking. If marking isn't a firmly established habit, training is possible, and allowing the dog to take walks and mark outside, and praising this behavior reduces the inside marking. You are correct in assuming it has nothing to do with their need to urinate. He's still young enough, the surgery might do the trick, especially if he's an only dog.