There might come a time that your dog will need diapers. Perhaps he is a young puppy who just isn’t old enough to grasp the concept of housebreaking. Maybe he is an older dog that just can’t hold it long enough, or maybe your dogs has medical reasons for needing a diaper. No matter what, no one whats to come home to find that mans best friend has stained the carpet, or damaged the hard wood floors. There is no need to give your pet away just because he has potty issues. There are several types of doggie diapers and potty pads on the market that just might save the floors.
Simple Solutions disposable diapers for dogs are perhaps the best disposable diapers on the market. These disposable doggie diapers are very similar to an infant diaper. They are made with a polymer fill that converts into a liquid gel once it is wet. The gel hold the moisture away from your dog, to help protect it’s skin. These diapers have repositional tabs that will not stick to your pets fur. The repositional tabs allow you to adjust the fit to prevent leaks. However, They are available in sizes extra extra small to size size extra large, and cost between $10.49 – $30.99 per pack, depending on the size. Each pack comes with 12 diapers, which doesn’t go very far. You can find these diapers at www.petsmart.com online, or you can pick up a pack at your local Pet Smart store.
Pooch Pants are a great alternative to disposable dog diapers. Pooch Pants are made of a microfinefiber technology with a built-in antimicrobial agent that controls oder while keeping your pet dry. Pooch Pants are washable and come with a 300 wash guarantee. They are available in 6 sizes ranging from extra small to extra large, and cost between $15.99 – $25.99 a pair. You can find Pooch Pants at www.poochpads.com. These pants are cheaper then disposable diapers in the long run. However, you must understand that you will have to wash them out, which might be an inconvenience to you. You will also need to buy several pairs, to make sure you have one on the pup while the other is drying. The best way to describe the Pooch Pant is in comparison to a cloth baby diaper with the rubber pant over it. The Pooch Pants are a one piece, with velcro adjust tabs, but work the same way. The inside absorbs, and the outside keeps it from leaking out.
Dog Diaper Size Chart:
Extra Extra Small – up to 4 pounds
Extra Small – 4 to 7 pounds
Small – 8 to 14 pounds
Medium – 15 to 32 pounds
Large – 33 to 55 pounds
Extra Large – 50 – 90 pounds
Regardless of which diaper you choose you must keep one thing in mind. Dog diapers are just like baby diapers. You wouldn’t put a diaper on a baby and not change it all day. You can’t do this with your dog either. Dog diapers should be changed soon or shortly after becoming soiled. If not, you dog can develop skin irritations, and the diapers will leak if they are to full. You should also expect having to clean your dog once you remove the diaper. If they have messed the diaper it will more then likely be all over their bottoms. You can use a warm wet cloth to clean them, or even baby wipes depending on the size of the mess.
