Indoor Dog Potty – What You Need to Know Before You Buy

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Indoor Dog Potty – What You Need to Know Before You Buy.

There might be moments when you’re not around when your dog has to relieve himself. Perhaps your dog has trouble holding it in. If this is your case, you might be wondering if an indoor dog potty is right for your pup.

Here’s what you need to know before you buy. Think of these dog potties as high-end urine pads. In other words, there’s still a fair amount of cleanup involved.

Your basic indoor dog toilet, something like those made by WizDog or Ugodog, will be a plastic pan covered by grating over which your pup does his business. The liquid waste filters down below onto an absorbent wee-wee pad or newspaper. The grate will keep nasty wet paws from tracking urine all over your house. These models can cost around $40 to $50.

Look for a puppy potty with soft grates that are easy on paws. If you use pads, look for a potty that can easily accommodate the pads without your having to custom-cut the pads for a proper fit. Another thing to watch for is that the sides are high enough so your pup doesn’t aim over the side, creating a puddle of dog urine on your floor. Also, is the box itself made of a durable chew-proof material? Can it support the weight of your pet? Finally, is it easy to move the potty around your home?

If your dog is accustomed to grass, you probably want to step up to a more expensive version of the indoor dog potty, something with artificial grass. The Pet Loo Indoor Dog Yard is a good example of these grass dog toilets. These may not require pads or newspapers underneath; you simply clean them with warm water or a garden hose. The premium Porch Potty even comes with a sprinkler system that sprays the “grass” clean. You’ll need a lot of space for this potty, however.

Other popular brands include the Potty Patch Puppy Potty, PetPark Indoor Pet Potty and PetaPotty. Remember that these indoor dog toilets come in all shapes and sizes. Take your time and find the right brand for your situation.

We don’t generally recommend litter boxes for dogs, by the way. Save those for the cat; dogs tend to want to simply play in the litter.

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