[Jenn218]

Okay, here goes....

I have a friend with a yorkie that is about 3 years or so............and her house reeks of urine....her little guy marks on everything! There are no other dogs, just an outside female dog, but she never comes into her house. Anyway, she said that her little Yorkie is housetrained (pee pads) and goes outside and has not been around a female to bred.

Okay, I showed her the site and we searched every topic on marking, neutering, etc. WOW! What a list!!!!

So, here are some questions we came up with (and we really do not want this to become a debate on what is right and wrong....after all, everyone has their own opinions........she just needs some ideas and help).

1. Is he too old to get neutered (alittle over 3 years and a pet only)
2. We're confused....does neutering cut back on marking or not?
3. She has laminate wood flooring and using a product with amonia (not a high amount). I told her not to use a product with amonia (remember reading that on another post)....but what can she use on her laminate wood flooring (I think it is Pergo, but not sure)?
4. It is really okay to wear a belly band all day? (I don't know how often he marks, but I know my little guy only does it every now and then, but I am home all day).
5. Should she ask the vet for a complete check up before getting him neutered? In case, there is a medical condition there? And what condition would cause him to mark, if there are any?
6. He is not bored....I've seen this little guy....he ahd tons of play toys, treats, etc......so I really do not think he would be bored.

Okay, any help and we would all appreciate it. It is funny because all of our furbabies are different...but I understand where she is coming from. Thanks!