My dog pees when I put the leash on him to take him outside, how do I get him to stop?

Maybe your putting the leash on the wrong end of the dog.

I agree with Elena that this is submissive peeing, but I need more info to help with what to do about it. How old is the dog? How long have you had him? Did one of you own the dog before you got together? I need to find out if the dog is just being submissive to you or if he might really be frightened because another man in his life hit him or yelled at him or was really rough with jerking the leash around. Some dogs (like some people) are more sensitive to rough treatment and don't do well with it. How is he around any other men? If a neighbor (man) comes to visit, is the dog scared and submissive around him too? or is he happy to meet someone new? When you take him on walks in town on a leash, is he shy of men? Is he possibly just shy of anything new in general, including new people, new dogs, new places?

I know this is a lot, but give me some info and I'll give you more help.

Submissive urination, probably combined with a little excitement over going for a walk. He's indicating that you're the dominant one by peeing a bit. Dogs often recognize men as more dominant than females because of size and voice. It often gets a bit better as they get older. You can help by not making a big deal over going out. Try to get ready to go out without the dog realizing you're going, if possible--mine recognize about 10 different things I might do before I leave the house like picking up car keys, checking my pockets to make sure I have money, or closing windows. Pick up the leash quietly and put it on him by surprise, without any build-up, away from the door, and head out right away. You could also try training him to sit quietly before the leash goes on, and it doesn't go on until he's quiet. Practise the quiet sitting in all kinds of circumstances, not just with the leash around. Also don't make any big deal over the peeing when it happens. He can't help it. Ignore it completely and have a towel ready to mop up quick. Try to act a bit softer and quieter around the dog, though don't change too much.

I have the same problem. It's bloody horribly embarrassing... As I type this she is laying on my lap enjoying my company. At no time does she ever behave as though she is scared of me or worried about me - except when the leash gets attached. I have tried dozens of tactics, distractions, treats, positioning and everything. But the moment I go near her with the leash/harness she cowers and pees. OMG! Leash goes on and she is back to normal. I no longer put the leash on her - we have given up. My wife does it, and I take her walking which she loves of course. I take her from the door of the apartment and no peeing. I can play and touch and pat her etc after my wife has put on the leash and no pee.. Simply loves being touched and patted etc. So embarrassing having to get my wife to put on the leash as though I am a dog abuser or something. Doggy is a rescue and has some physical scars (bind in one eye), I suppose she is from a nervous breed - Tibetian Spaniel. Overall though she seems to be settling into our family wonderfully (9 months) ... except, of course, for the pissing with leash.

Like the other person said, it is probably some submissive issue.

Perhaps you can try playing with the dog more often to gain a more friendly relationship. That way when it comes time to put the leash on the dog he is more secure in what you are doing.

Do calm him down before putting the leash on. Some dogs tend to behave this way if they get too excited. More tips here about Dog leash training, http://dogtime.com/leash-training.html

This is called submissive urination. Submissive urination is a very common behavior problem with dogs. The important part of helping a dog that has this problem is understanding the problem from your dog's point of view. Once you have a grasp of why your dog is doing this behavior--you can take the steps to fix this problem. Here is how to get started. We tend to see submissive urination more in some breeds than others--for instance, Cocker Spaniels are known for this problem. The most important thing to remember is to never punish a dog for submissive peeing. Punishment will only make the behavior worse.

Your dog has submissive urination. Why not take the dog out into the yard and attach the leash there before taking him for a walk. That way, if he pees, it is no problem.

He knows you are the Alfa, and even though he loves you he is getting excited and probably a little nervous. Try praising him and maybe give him a little treat when you put on the leash this will break his concentration. Good Luck!

well hes excited,that's all. my dog goes absolutely CRAZY when i even hold a leash. he jumps all over and pees. and in your case... hes probably afraid of you, if your his owner then hes peeing on you bc he knows hes going for a walk and hes happy and excited, if hes your girlfriends, hes scared of you. try petting him more :-) well if its a big boy doggy, i can see why him peeing gets messy, but if its a little guy...oh well! well nothing to concern about, maybe just have your girlfriend put on the leash for now on. :-)