Uses for Dog Pee Pads
Uses for Dog Pee Pads
by Robert Hudson

Pee pads are a must for small dogs that cannot hold it for very long. Did you know they can be used for a variety of purposes. Here are some we came up with:
Uses for Dog Pee Pads
- Older Dogs
- Special Needs Pets
- Cat Litter Boxes under the litter to prevent build up and as a matt in front of the box
- Cleaning up Spills when you run out of paper towels
- Under Potted Plants
- Drool Towel
- Ferret litter box
- As a diaper
- Bedding for new born pets
Pee pads are absorbent, soft, light weight and easy to work with. They are easy to cut into any shape or strips.
- Makes easy clean-ups
- Great options for senior dogs/dogs with health issues who are incontinent
- May work for pet parents who have no access to yard
- Great for dogs who might be left alone during the day or for multiple hours at a time

What to look for in dog pee pads
- What is the thickness?
- How much liquid can it hold?
- Is it scented?
- Does it have an attractant to draw dogs in?
- Does it become secure on the floor without moving around?
- Is it disposable or reusable?
Helpful Features of Uses for Dog Pee Pads
- Leak-proof – Nobody wants pee on the floor
- Tear-resistant – helpful if you have a very active dog
- Visible recognition of use – so you know when its full
- Quick-drying surface – that prevents tracking around the home
- Odor neutralizer – to keep the stink at bay
- As large a capacity as possible – to prevent spillage
What you should not do
- Do not put dog pee pads in a crate. This teaches the dog it is okay to pee in the crate, making housebreaking impossible
- Do not leave soiled pads to sit for long periods.
- Do not move the pads to different locations. Keep in the same place.