Being a dog parent among loving and playing with the animal means also, taking care of it, taking it out for a walk and being ready for little accidents on the floor (especially if you have a puppy). It can be a challenge to train your dog how to hold it before they get outside. You must remain patient and be ready to clean. To ease the whole learning process, it's best to get a dog potty grass. It's not only a suitable indoor toilet but will also help your dog learn to release itself when you're outside. Before getting it, here is what you need to know.
What's a Dog Grass Toilet?
Having a puppy is a real challenge when it comes to potty training. It demands all the patience in the world, as well as being completely all right when cleaning after your pet. But, love for dogs is stronger than any inconvenience, so if you're a new dog parent, you have to be prepared. If you have a growing puppy that was left at home alone for the first time, you can expect to see either number 1 or number 2 on the floor.
In worst-case scenarios, your dog will find a secret spot where to do its business, and you'll feel frustrated because the odour will be there, and you won't be able to locate the poop. This is when you have to start training your dog to release itself outdoors. However, sometimes with young dogs, this can be impossible, especially if you have to leave them on their own for some time.
To train your dog to do their business easier when they get outdoors, you can use a grass toilet. A dog potty grass is a rectangular piece of grass that you can use to train your pooch release itself indoors or outdoors (if you have a backyard or balcony). There are many various products on the market for you to buy and they vary from real to synthetic grass. These potty trays are quite popular, but which one should you choose?
Fresh Grass or Artificial Grass?
Most dog owners choose by touching the grass with their hands. If it feels gentle to the touch, chances are your dog won't hesitate to use it. The artificial grass also feels soft and safe, and since pups don't know the difference won't mind using it. Sometimes, it can be a better and safer choice than natural grass enriched with fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides.
Fresh Grass
Real grass has a natural scent and won't repel the dog. Most dogs won't mind using this dog grass toilet at all. Most companies are making dog grass using hydroponic horticultural methods. They grow the grass without using soil; the roots are grown so they are thick enough to absorb urine and the strong ammonia smell. When it comes to feces, you can dispose of it as you would if you were on a walk outdoors. The great thing is that you can flush it instead of putting it in t a bag and the trash can. The main reason why natural grass is better is that it's eco-friendly. The pads are 100% compostable, so you won't contribute to pollution. It is pricier than the artificial counterpart, but in the end, you decide whether it works better for you long-term.
Artificial Grass
Artificial grass is made of soft plastic materials and mimics the look and feel of real grass. Naturally, it doesn’t have roots and comes with a catch tray underneath the ‘turf’, (it collects the pee). The good thing about this type of grass is that it's a one-time buy, but it's not indestructible, therefore not so eco-friendly. Also, the chemicals found in urine can break down the materials.
These trays are a good choice for house-breaking a pup because they don’t know what real grass is like. If you have an older dog, you may think that the fake dog grass toilet isn't a place to release itself. The artificial counterpart is very similar to a litter box because you need to wash the tray with warm soapy water, to prevent nasty odours and build-up.
Is Artificial Grass Safe for Dogs?
Many pet parents wonder if this type of dog toilet is safe for the dog, but also the people in the house. The answer is yes - pet toilet grass is safe, sometimes even more than normal grass in your backyard or the park. It's a common misconception that synthetic grass for dogs contains harmful chemicals. It might have been the case a few years ago, but today, turf manufacturers have eliminated lead and other harmful chemicals from the manufacturing processes.
Now artificial grass is safer than ever before. However, artificial grass isn't necessarily safe for children. It's best to keep it in a place where children won't find it (but make sure it's easily accessible for your dog. Be sure to purchase the grass from trusted manufacturers and sellers, and always read the user instructions.
