Do you have a Cavalier who’s mistaking your home for their personal bathroom? In this video I break down what indoor marking really is, and why it’s so important to start with the “why” before you try to fix it. Marking isn’t your dog being “bad”—it’s communication, just like barking. Your dog’s urine gives other dogs information, and that’s one big reason marking happens in the first place. But what I see people miss all the time (especially with our sensitive Cavaliers) is anxiety. Marking can be triggered by stress instead of dominance or territorial behavior, and that changes how we address it. I share simple, positive steps that help anxious markers: keep routines predictable, watch for specific triggers (like a vet visit), and use management tools like baby gates and closed doors while your dog settles. Most importantly, I remind you to be consistent and patient—behavior change takes time, and indoor marking is common, but it can get better when we address the root cause.