(Part 2) Best dog housebreaking supplies according to redditors
We found 758 Reddit comments discussing the best dog housebreaking supplies. We ranked the 253 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
I rescued a german shepherd mix when he was about 2 months old and he just turned 2 years! He's awesome!
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Here are some of my dog's favorites if you're lost on what to Wishlist on Amazon:
Furminator GSD mixes don't need regular brushing, but this one works great for shedding season
Dremel for nail trimming GSD = black nails, a bit trickier to trim. I use this with lots of treats to put a nice round edge and take off a bit of length of my dog's nails. works good but get him accustomed to it slowly and with lots of treats. Pretty soon he won't mind.
*Zukes are great treats for training
Wow I kind of didn't realize I have so much shit for my dog. But he's family so...anyway. Also costco has great beds for $20ish (comparably $80+ from a petstore) They also carry Frontline, lots of treats (buscuits, duck breast jerkey - the best!) good food (Iams ProActive goes on sale once in a while, and they also carry Natures Domain salmon/sweet potato food that's really good).
Goodness, what a cutie! She looks like a Chloe or an Emma to me ;}
Pretend as if you're about to adopt a very mobile, active toddler/baby human. Try to look around your home and see any things the cat might get into/eat/destroy and tidy up those things as much as possible. For example, if you have blinds on the window in your room, you might want to tie up the pull-strings so a curious cat can't grab them, and tuck electrical cords away as best you can. If you have any houseplants, google them online to make sure they aren't toxic (a good place to start is https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/cats-plant-list ). Cats definitely won't stop themselves from eating toxic plants - my 19-year-old idiot decided the green onions in the backyard looked tasty one day and tried a bite, and my 1-year-old idiot had a go at a poinsettia I had inside (it has since been exiled to the backyard - the plant, not the cat!)
I also personally NEVER leave out any toys that my cats can easily rip up and ingest parts of - this means nothing small and nothing with feathers, string, leather, or straw. Cats can get VERY sick and die if they eat string/"linear foreign bodies".
I only leave out sturdy "interactive" toys that the cats can initiate play with on their own, such as these:
https://www.amazon.com/Petmate-Crazy-Circle-Interactive-Large/dp/B0002AT5AO
https://www.amazon.com/Petstages-317-Tower-Tracks-Chase/dp/B00DT2WL26/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1487151213&sr=1-1&keywords=tower+of+tracks
Putting normal toys away when it isn't "playtime" also helps keep the cat from getting bored with the toys. And cats CAN be curious about the strangest things - they'll want to open cupboards and knock things off tables and investigate every box and bag that comes into the house. So if anyone in your house takes medicines, make sure the bottles are closed very firmly, and put away in a cupboard, things like that. If you have things that you collect (like statues or figurines) or if you have anything breakable, make sure it isn't sitting on a table where a cat can paw it off onto the ground! A cat will paw at/investigate everything. You can't protect them from everything, and no one can put away everything in their lives, but you can take a few precautions.
Another general word of advice I can give, and it's perhaps the most important one, is do not feed her kibble. No kibble at all. Feed her canned food only (preferably grain-free). Kibble is terrible and leads to a number of health problems, including urinary tract problems, kidney problems, and chronic dehydration (which leads to constipation). Long story short, for the best health, cats should be fed a grain-free canned formula high in meat protein, which is closer to their normal, natural diet, and no kibble whatsoever. Even the worst canned food is miles better than the "best" high-quality gourmet kibble. Kibble has no benefits at all. It is worth the $$$ to feed a canned food diet, you will save money in vet bills and dental cleanings overall.
If you are interested, the reason for wet food is this - cats have a very low thirst drive, as they evolved from desert-dwelling animals, and have changed very little after our "domestication" of them - genetically and physically, they're still pretty much 99% their ancestors. A wild feline is designed to get almost all of its moisture needs out of its prey (meat, blood) and thus has very little "urge" to drink. Even if you think a cat is drinking enough, it's not. Any cat on kibble is in a state of dehydration - they simply do not drink enough to make up for it.
The other benefit of high-protein, grain-free canned foods is that they have actual MEAT proteins, and will provide good, usable nutrients to your cats, instead of useless bulky grains and carbs. Most kibbles are mostly grains, which means they pass through the cat's digestive tract without being digested. The cat derives no nutritional value from them. On a good meaty canned food, cats will eat their meals and feel more appropriately full, because their bodies are able to actually digest the food they're eating. With kibble, especially free-fed kibble, a cat will always eat more than you realize they are, because they can't digest half of what they're eating, so they constantly feel hungry, because they're literally not getting the proper nutrition from their food.
Also - having cats on a species-appropriate diet will have one other benefit. Their poops will smell a LOT less! (On a raw diet, the poops will be small, dry, whitish, and they will have no smell at all. No joke. I can stick my entire head in the litterbox seconds after my cat drops a deuce and I can't smell a thing.) Cats bury their waste instinctively to protect themselves from being found by predators and competitors (other cats), so their bodies are designed to digest protein very efficiently and thus they will produce less waste and less smell when on an appropriate diet. And every cat owner wants a less stinky litterbox!
Fish is not an appropriate diet for cats - do not feed a food that is primarily fish or high in fish. Cats build up mercury in their bodies far faster than humans do, since they are smaller, plus fish causes other issues: http://www.littlebigcat.com/nutrition/why-fish-is-dangerous-for-cats/
Feed her A LOT. Kittens need to eat pretty much constantly as they are literally just calorie-burning growing machines ;} I've heard "feed a kitten as much as it will eat". Kittens usually need to eat up to 3x the recommended amount of adult food per day - when my younger girl was still a kitten, she would eat 6-7 cans (3oz each) per day. Keep offering food often - they need to eat every few hours.
Get vet checkups at least once a year (including dental checks/cleaning), and have her microchipped and have her wear a collar with ID tags at all times, even if you intend for her to be fully indoors. I have two friends, one in Arizona and the other in California, both who refused to put collars/ID tags on their cats because "oh, they'll never get out!" (One friend didn't even spay her cat, she was THAT convinced the cat would never escape.) Of course, both sets of cats got out - in Arizona through the carelessness of another family member, and in California as the result of a burglary that left a window smashed. One friend only found one of her cats. The other found hers, but the cat had gotten pregnant in the meantime. So, all cats should wear collars and ID tags, because no matter how careful YOU are, bad luck still happens!
Make sure you familiarize yourself with foods that are toxic to cats and keep them away from the cat - these include xylitol, chocolate, onions, garlic, and alcohol. As I mentioned before, many houseplants are toxic as well, such as poinsettias and lilies. Citrus fruits are toxic to cats. Many "essential oils" are also toxic to cats, so if you or anyone you live with uses scented oils or essential oils (such as tea tree oil), be careful.
Cats should instinctively use a litterbox. They do not want to "advertise" their presence to potential predators or rivals, so they should instinctively want to bury their waste to hide its scent.
You may want to get multiple litterboxes. The "general rule of thumb" is one box per cat plus one. Scoop every day! You can invest in rolls of "doggie-doo bags" like these - https://www.amazon.com/Bags-Board-Waste-Pick-up-Refill/dp/B000UCU53U I open one bag and put it next to me when I'm scooping the box. I drop the poops and pee-clumps into the doggie-doo bag, then tie off the bag and toss it! It helps keep stink to a minimum inbetween trash pickup days, and it's more sanitary than just dumping the bits straight into the trash can.
I also have my litterboxes on litter mats. They will save your sanity. This is my favorite one so far:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AUU90K0/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
A litter mat REALLY helps "catch" most tracked-out litter. I've also got one of these mats, which is great for its size but isn't AS easy to clean:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016PHLNRA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
That's all I can think up off the top of my head for now :} I'm definitely no cat expert, but feel free to ask any other questions you might have!
This is a bit harder to deal with in entirety, but that's one of the reasons that reducing plastic where you can is so important. If dog poop bags are the only plastic you're wasting, that's still better than using 20 bags a week at a grocery store.
Anyways there are a few alternatives. First, biodegradable is a gotcha word. A lot of "biodegradable" products are only biodegradable if they're disposed of in commercial facilities that use a special process to break them down. Many of them would still take decades to break down outside of one of these facilities. Some things are completely compostable rather than biodegradable, like thin paper.
You use this to pick up poop and throw it directly into a trashcan or toilet and then you can rinse it off. Really not ideal at all, but if it doesn't bother you, it's a perfectly fine way to get rid of the plastic poo bags.
I also found this one while browsing:
http://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Supply-Technology-Patented-Dispenser/dp/B00TFYT02G/
1000 bags for $15 so it works out to be a tiny bit cheaper. This one also seems to be environmentally friendly
> EPI technology allows the bags to break down in 18~36 months
Anyone tried both/see a difference?
We used grocery bags until a friend recommended These to us. $12 They’ve lasted us like 2 years and the dispenser clips onto the leash so we only need to remember to grab a bag when the roll runs out. Super convenient and definitely worth the money.
You might try wiping surfaces with a diluted mixture of vinegar and water. The persistent smell could be trapped in grease molecules/residue in the vent hood, on cabinets, backsplashes, etc. and this should help.
Nature's Miracle and OdoBan are my go-to's for porous surfaces. Maybe spritz one of those on the walls and carpets, then air out.
https://smile.amazon.com/Earth-Rated-225-Count-X-Large-Lavender-Scented/dp/B00B5JJZG0
You have allergies and got a corgi? You really can't over bathe these dogs - it is really bad for their skin and coat. I hope you spent some time with the parent dogs to determine if your allergies are manageable with these dogs without constant baths. These pups shed CLOUDS - a high quality diet (Raw or high quality kibble) can do a lot to minimize shedding, but they are still going to shed more than you would hope any dog to. Over bathing can dry out skin and, thus, cause MORE dander. You should really be comfortable with the dog without baths or this could be a 10-15 year struggle.
I would encourage you not to use pads. If your vet has advised you against taking your puppy outside because of high risk of parvo in your area, then I would switch to sod boxes instead of pads. Puppy pads look like a lot of other things in your house, and spending this critical imprint time with pads can just cause a LOT of confusion for your puppy once you start taking them outside. Sod boxes will help them develop a grass preference for potty time and make it much easier to transition them outside when the time comes (as they are already used to seeking out and using grass). There is also unlikely to be grass in your apartment that could be confused as a bathroom - rugs look a lot like potty pads and it is common for puppies to completely regress once you try to make the switch outside because of this.
The grass will also likely help with the cleanliness issue, but otherwise keep your puppy on leash and lead them FORWARD away from their messes, don't let them backtrack. Your pup should be on leash in the house at this age, anyway, to make it easier to redirect them away from undesired areas or to quickly get them outside/to their sod area if they start to have an accident elsewhere. If your puppy is getting poo on her belly, she must be having really soft stools which is something you may want to be considerate of (could be nerves from the move, could be the food you are feeding her - a small amount of 100% pumpkin puree - NOT pie filling - will help firm up stools).
Prevent it as much as you can - otherwise spot clean as necessary with pet wipes.
This is the one I got. Makes keeping our backyard clean SO much easier: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00WMMMIX6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541279448&sr=8-1&keywords=dog+septic+system
Aw poor old guy, it's not his fault. Dog wraps!
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Male-Wrap-Medium-30-Pack/dp/B072F9TK99/
I live in an area without easy access to them, so these ones.
Scented and large enough for my stupidly huge dog.
I'm down for that, too, and have spoken about it on this sub in the past.
It's a multi-faceted problem.
As for the dogs whose owners don't pick up their shit - I think this should all apply to them as well. It pisses me off when people don't pick up after their dogs or they'll pick it up and just drop the bag right back on the ground/in a bush. There are already so few beaches/parks where dogs are allowed and this kind of behavior does us no favors.
Dog bags are cheap - you can get 900 great quality bags for $15 on amazon. There's absolutely no excuse to not pick up after your dog.
Also, I don't hate people who feed these feral animals. But to claim they have compassion for them is disingenuous due to the serious medical issues many of them face which go ignored/untreated by those feeding them.
Get a pooper scooper:
https://www.amazon.com/Four-Paws-Grass-Wire-Scooper/dp/B0002AT464/ref=zg_bs_3052415011_4
i usually don't need it because i live in the city, but for hikes and stuff i have this. you just knot the poop bag and stuff the knot through cross
Dude, get yourself one of these. It's amazing for long walks and hikes and only $4 https://www.amazon.com/alcott-Waste-Bag-Carrier-Black/dp/B00GGD10QI/ref=sr_1_3?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1524932691&sr=1-3&keywords=Dog+waste+carrier
Nice to be able to continue a hike without having to carry a bag around waiting for a trash can to appear.
A friend of mine did this five years ago, and is very happy. He has two dogs, and they don't seem to mind it at all.
As you pointed out, you need to pick up after them, though. So he installed this over in one corner:
https://www.amazon.com/Doggie-Dooley-Original-Ground-Disposal/dp/B00WMMMIX6
Works for him........
I use this rake thing and just put them into a garbage bin I keep outside behind my garage. I empty it out after filling it with yard leavings and poo.
Belly bands don't deal with #2's. I use them for my in home boarding for dogs that like to mark. Here it is
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0183H0YZC/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_199_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=47FQC6758EXE5RX45514
I don't use them long term though. Just when I have the dogs in my home
First off, I use either a shovel or something like this to keep the poop at a distance. Bagging warm turds in my hand is a pleasure I reserve for walks away from home. Then I deposit in a 5 gallon bucket lined with a kitchen trash bag, which is tossed in the trash on garbage day. I used to cover the bucket but found that the lid did seem to really concentrate the stink and every time I removed the cover it unleashed the full force... so as long as it's not raining much, I keep the bucket uncovered in a low-traffic corner of my yard, which seems to let it dry out and break down without getting terribly stinky. If it's wet where you live, you're gonna want to cover the bucket at least loosely or you'll have a big bucket full of fermenting dog poop stew.
If you're a gardener, you could also start composting your dog waste along with other organic matter from your yard and home.
On walks, I use biodegradable poop bags.
For the yard, I use a Wire Rake (http://www.amazon.com/Four-Paws-Grass-Wire-Scooper/dp/B0002AT464/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1452102999&sr=8-4&keywords=pet+rake+poop) to pick up the poop and I drop it in a grocery bag.
I bought this bulk pack about 6 months ago and am about halfway through the package. The bulk pack is the exact same product as the three options on your subscription page.
Amazon also has one kind for subscribe and save where it will automatically send it every two months (and it would be the same as the $10 plan for 60 bags a month, but cost $5 for two months).
That subscription plan seems way too expensive.
I don't mind spending under 4 cents on each bag for my poochie (usually 2-3 bags a day, which cost to me is $3.60 a month if she used all 3 bags a day). I have more than I need and once I run down to only a few rolls I'll do another order.
Seriously - the regular ones' opening isn't wide enough to accommodate your hand and...the offending contents when you go to turn it inside out. You will have a bad time.
These are the ones I use.
Aww first off thanks for the contest! If we are dreaming big then this would be it. I am currently trying to cook and prepare more foods at home for both health and cost savings since being the unemployed bread winner of the house.
For the under 20 contest I could go for some poop bags; my 135lb dog takes big poops and I wouldn't have to buy more for a while :)
Again, thanks for the contest.
I was like you once. Come to the light. I'll never go back.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B5JJZG0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_t6MpybCXPSQSP
are you catching him in the act? Cause that's very important. If you aren't able to catch him in the act I suggest kenneling him when you are in the shower or away. If he's doing it in the same spot lay down puppy pads. You can get fabric ones that are washable. https://www.amazon.com/Pack-Reusable-Washable-Training-Travel/dp/B01IDNN278/ref=sr_1_15?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1503377383&sr=1-15&keywords=pee+pads
He might just need to be potty pad trained.
I had to start spraying this on the underarms of my polyester work shirts: [Nature's Miracle Stain and Odor Remover (24 oz Spray- 2 Pack)] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HCIWJ7A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_if.RzbCAH015P)
It was the only thing that got the funk out! I haven't tried spraying anything without washing it afterwards, but the spray does not have a strong odor. It should work!
Some people swear by Windex, I swear by Nature's Miracle: https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Miracle-Stain-Remover-Spray/dp/B00HCIWJ7A
You could use junk mail. Or old newspaper (a couple layers). And if you don't want to just have a poopy paper ball in your hands carry a small wet bag (like folks use for cloth diapers, Planet Wise makes some cute ones) and keep it in there, dump when you get to a trash can. Or there is a reusable poop bag
https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Training-Puppy-Pads-Regular/dp/B00MW8G6OC?th=1
http://www.amazon.com/Pet-Waste-Disposal-Bags-Dispenser/dp/B008CUAQ7W/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1422138145&sr=8-3&keywords=dog+bags&pebp=1422138154751&peasin=B008CUAQ7W
Yes, you can retrain your adult dog to use indoor solutions :) I like doggy litter boxes but you can also go with a lawn style potty area. I dont really suggest pads as I find they are similar texture to carpet and that can be an issue (at least for puppies), but its up to you. These things are typically what I see locally used by seniors as nice solutions when they cannot go out as much or as fast as they would like.
I buy biodegradable bags. You can buy almost 1,000 of them for under 30 bucks. Owning a dog is a responsibility, and part of that responsibility is cleaning up your dog's shit from where adults and children play. If you can't handle that, don't have a dog.
I'm not sure if this is the ideal solution for you, but I protect my area rugs and door mats from the Roomba by securing them with double-sided carpet tape. This way the Roomba can't move them or get caught on the edges.
For something disposable, maybe consider puppy training pads? https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Training-Puppy-Pads-Regular/dp/B00MW8G6OC/
they have reusable piddle pads like these I'm sure you can shop around and find reasonably priced ones
amazon sells small plastic bags for dispenser rolls in large quantities for very affordable prices
http://www.amazon.com/Pet-Waste-Bags-Clean-refills/dp/B001EE5LEQ is about $0.019 per bag, and uses less material.
i do like the grocery store bags for cleaning the cat litter box though
1: This would be super helpful.
2: It would be helpful because when I use a shovel to scoop my dog's shit I wreck my back, and having this scooper would let me just walk around and pick up the poop without having to strain my back.
3:I like green
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is it bad that i dont know when their birthdays are? I usually get them bones when ever i go food shopping so i like to think they get a birthday at least once a month!
If I win I would love for them to have a huge bone!
the cupcake dog always makes me laugh
Happy birthday Winston!
video of them I made recently
The Bruins are so much better at hockeying than Red Wings. They did the stuff with the goal-shooting so well. Not enough fights, though. Never enough fights.
Montreal sucks
1 year's supply of bags for under $30
Can you ferret proof one room, preferably one you would spend time in? Block off the doorways with a clear plastic baby gate. That way you're in the room with the ferret and can let it out and interact with it even if you're doing other things. Just letting it explore, or doze, or come over and nudge at you from time to time? And, preferably, a room with no carpet.
If so, I'd say get a couple of packs of reusable puppy pads and place them in the corners of the room. Basically, if your ferret goes somewhere that isn't covered, clean it up and then drop a pad down there. Replace the pads when they get too soiled.
This way you're not spending a fortune on throw-away puppy pads, the ferret gets out time, the floors in that room are protected. It is what my wife and I do with our kidlets' room. My gaming rig is in there so they a few hours to nudge at papa for treats and snuggins while I game. They are out most of the day, it is a laminate floor so easy cleanup, but we have pads at their favorite potty spots to protect the floors.
That might be a good start?
Yes, it's super easy. Also, you can get a box of the rolled bags on Amazon for insanely cheap. I have two dogs and that box has lasted me nearly a year. $15 - sooooo much cheaper than in the pet stores and just as good:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TFYT02G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Have him wear a belly band during the day while you're gone. When we were housetraining my guy earlier this year, these were super helpful -
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0183H0YZC/ref=s9_acsd_hps_ft_c_x_1_w
Got you. DoggieLawn Disposable Dog Potty - Real Grass - Large 24x21 inches https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00761ZXQW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_WkC7AbR017099
A lab is going to pee through this thing quick. Maybe build a frame and put some sand or kitty litter under the grass?
My wife picked up one of [these] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005BV02N8/) and was quite happy with it... An hour and two garbage bags later, our backyard was clean.
Cover it with a shade sail. It will let some of the light through for the plants, yet keep you much cooler.
https://www.coolaroousa.com/shade-sails
It'll be a bitch keeping grass alive if the dog uses it as a toilet. Your life would be better with a patch of K-9 grass:
https://k9grass.com
Then dump the poo into one of these, that you've installed into a corner of the yard:
https://www.amazon.com/Doggie-Dooley-Original-Ground-Disposal/dp/B00WMMMIX6
In Arizona you have to occasionally add water so the 'doo breaks down, but since you have to water the plants it is easy enough to do.
Then add a misting kit:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Misty-Mate-Cool-Patio-20-Low-Pressure-Patio-Misting-System-16020/203194717
Congrats on the new place. You are going to have a lot of fun there.
https://www.amazon.com/1000-Waste-Bags-Disposal-Dispenser/dp/B008CUAQ7W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478890736&sr=8-2&keywords=doggie+bag
pro tip my friend. these are doggie poo bags. we have 3 dogs (used to have 4) and these baggies were a life saver. way cheap too. only $15 for 1000 bags!!! once you put diaper into it and tie it up, it's pretty much smell proof. we would dump into a small trash can near the changing table.
i also found that brand of diaper really helps. those cheap target ones.......nah. it's expensive, but we use pampers. heck if it's good enough at the hospital, it's good enough for you :)
These were Prime and under 20 but the price has raised and no longer a Prime item.
The dispenser sucks. Bags are great. I have 2 small dogs (6# & 15#) and pick up three poops in one bag during the morning walk with plenty of extra room.
I got one of these poop scoops about 8 or so years ago. It was one of the best purchases of my life. Two dogs and I haven't felt the texture of poop through a plastic bag since... Except when I remember my bags when I take them for a walk.
After having 2 poop bag holders unscrew on me within 3 weeks and me getting fed up, I bought this bag holder, which is similar to the one /u/surlylemur linked, along with this clip because I wanted to have a clip. I have them attached to my leash in a way that doesn't have anything dangling (because another problem with the plastic poop bag holder with a clip was that my other leash would often get caught in the clip). I can take a picture of the setup when I get home and post it, if you want to see.
Edit: here's a pic of my setup https://imgur.com/YXf0sjZ.jpg
OMG, look at this holder that popped up in the suggestions. Maybe that would work even better.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GGD10QI/ref=s9_simh_gw_d0_g199_i1?pf_rd_p=1c5f02ae-183e-4906-990b-5a293310a66c&pf_rd_s=blackjack-personal-1&pf_rd_t=Gateway&pf_rd_i=mobile&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=2M0EA9A8712YB4WNG9Y7
That may be. The ones I used already had a clip on them for a full poop bag, which was great. Though the velcro strap that attached it to the leash handle was also sub-par after buying two. After the third time chasing a roll of poop bags I went with a "backpack" type one and like it.
My surgeon suggests dropping down to once per week after 12 months post op. My impression is that this cadence is fairly standard. If you're several years postop, then you should be fine unless you're traveling for longer than a week or a week and a half.
I use one of these every time I dilate to catch the lube that falls out, they're disposable so I just pack one for each time that I'm planning on dilating during the trip. As for the friends issue, I'm out to everyone I'd be sharing a room with, so it's not really an issue for me.
May I suggest biodegrable poop bags instead? If we're using a few daily it is so much better to go waste-free. Found these for a similar price http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00TFYT02G/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1452068774&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=biodegradable+poop+bags&dpPl=1&dpID=51%252B3txTFOlL&ref=plSrch
Puppy Pads! Seriously. Cheap, easy, disposable. https://www.amazon.com/All-Absorb-Training-Pads-22-inch-23-inch/dp/B00EI673B6/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=puppy+pads&qid=1556596910&s=gateway&sr=8-8
http://amzn.com/B008CUAQ7W or if you're environmentally inclined http://amzn.com/B0088LIINY
My neighbor carries a metal pooper scooper with him when he walks his dog. Empties it when they get home.
https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Miracle-Non-Stick-Advanced-Scoop/dp/B005BV02N8?ref_=Oct_BSellerC_3052415011_4&pf_rd_p=9c59fe63-4064-5f4c-b721-51df776bb40b&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=3052415011&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=TF8J4X29NBCWCT6ASJ6J&pf_rd_r=TF8J4X29NBCWCT6ASJ6J&pf_rd_p=9c59fe63-4064-5f4c-b721-51df776bb40b
No problem! I prefer these ones. They stay in place really well and are super absorbent. My friend's dogs wear them every day and have never had a leak. I've had clients who used other brands that used inserted pads and had issues with leaking (mainly because the pad would move around and/or didn't cover the area appropriately).
Okay. First off, he is fully grown. He doesn't need those nuts unless he is of good lineage with a good record. Here is a good rule of thumb. Neutering him will help take away the instinct to obsessively mark his territory. Additionally a male body wrap may help him stop marking and he'd have to wear it in the house except when crated.
Your dog smells that cat. He may not know what it is but he smells it.
Putting stuff where he pees just leaves you with more stuff to clean when he pees there again.
This is an issue not specifically tailored to the breed and there is a lot of good advice on Youtube which is pretty much how I've trained my dogs.
you get to buy doggie poop bags. http://www.amazon.com/Bags-Board-Regular-Refill-Pack/dp/B000UCU53U/ref=zg_bs_3052413011_3
The difference is pharmacies have generics of general popular items, there's only so many of them and the risk of the items not being purchased at one point or another is relatively slim. However Amazon is taking it to the next level and going beyond stuff like batteries, electronics cables, and getting into making oddly specific targeted objects like a bocce ball set, specific refrigerator water filters for a variety of brands, Male dog wraps, and tons of other fairly random things that would be considered risky products unless you have gathered the data from other sellers over time. Then they swoop in and capture that market by undercutting and promoting their brand over their competitors.
Unlike normal stores, the burden of the sale is placed on the seller rather than Amazon. Unlike Target/Walmart/Costco/CVS/Walgreens and etc, they don't purchase the items for their inventory to sell. Rather they have the sellers ship it to Amazon and when sold, they ship it assuming they do Fulfillment by Amazon give the money minus their cut or have you ship it out and then you get the cut. All the risk is on the seller if it doesn't sell. The seller won't ever see a dime even if the inventory is no longer in their hands and is in Amazon's instead. It's this that makes it different from the standard generic products in local stores, at least the other manufacturers still get money for their products even if it isn't sold to consumers.
I guess this is sort of weird. It's for my dog when I have to leave her for a few hours. I think it'd be a nice place for her to pee. haha.
Pack of 960 biodegradable poop bags for $28.
http://www.amazon.com/960-Biodegradable-Waste-Bags-Pet/dp/B001EE5LEQ/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1335289743&sr=8-7
https://www.amazon.com/Doggie-Dooley-Original-Ground-Disposal/dp/B00WMMMIX6/
There are options, like the Doggie Dooley linked above.
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I always get Gorilla bags from Amazon. They're cheaper and you get more (1000 bags for $15) and these are the real deal.
https://www.amazon.com/Gorilla-Supply-Technology-Patented-Dispenser/dp/B00TFYT02G
I know of a product that is sold at pet stores. It's called Nature's Miracle. It uses enzymes to break down pet waste. It should work for semen too.
https://www.amazon.com/Natures-Miracle-Stain-Remover-Spray/dp/B00HCIWJ7A/ref=sr_1_7?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1491048351&sr=1-7&keywords=nature%27s+miracle
Get one of these and just attach it to the leash handle, no more hand carrying poop bags. Or use a binder clip.
aww<3 I have a dog that also needs the black kong toys so I recommend getting him a learning toy. my dog doesn't try and devour them.
one of my doggies<3
prize: would a gift card be acceptable? If not, my doggy would love this
Sure!
I buy practically everything on Amazon and these would be my top recommendations:
Hidey Hut - this is large enough to fit two grown gerbils and my first survived the chewing for close to 4 years.
Small Animal Pet Playpen/Exercise Pen - this is just tall enough for the jumpers. I've still had some be able to reach the top but it is a struggle and you'd be able to catch them in time. Really sturdy as well.
Kordon/Oasis (Novalek) SOA80304 Bell Bottle and Hold Guard Small Animal Value Set, 4-Ounce - this is by far my favorite recommendation of the bunch. I cannot tell you how many water bottles were just destroyed and I would come home to an empty bottle and a very wet gerbil. This thing is impenetrable!
Kaytee Hamster Silent Spinner, 6 1/2 inch Exercise Wheel - although I've had to buy a couple of these (they will chew the yellow part holding the bottom part to the wheel) I find that this is the sturdiest of them all. It becomes less silent the more they chew on it and push it around but it's never been loud enough to be considered especially annoying.
Great for cleaning cage and is safe
As far as dust baths go, I've tried several different kinds and find them all to be equivalent.
Would not recommend:
Ware Manufacturing Flying Saucer Exercise Wheel for Small Pet - the quality is fine here but if you are using carefresh, it gets buried and doesn't allow any give for it to spin.
Kaytee Woodland Get-A-Way Medium Hamster House - quality here is also fine and it's pretty thick so it would take a while to get them to chew. Since it is wood, it absorbs liquids. My gerbils would pee on it and it got to the point that it looked moldy and unhealthy so I just threw it out.
Alfie Pet by Petoga Couture - GARI Wood Hut for Small Animals like Dwarf Hamster and Mouse - Size: Large - this is the cutest little home I've ever seen. I had to eventually throw out though because the wood was so thin that the back wall collapsed due to their chewing and would no longer stand up.
Prevue Pet Products Multi-Color Small Pet Playpen 40090 - I think the quality is here too. It's just too short. My gerbils were easily able to escape this.
GreatChoice Water Bottle - chewed through in a week and Same
Sure thing! We have been using this brand for a while now. One night they managed to leak their entire water bottle out and the pee pad collected every drop of water!
https://www.amazon.com/All-Absorb-Training-100-count-22-inch-23-inch/dp/B00EI673B6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1498181194&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=all+absorb+training+pads
Just a heads up, if you start squirting with regularity, dirtying a towel every time will become too much of a hassle. I keep these stocked in my bedroom for my more "aquatic" partners. Cheap, easy cleanup, easy storage, and overall the best solution I've seen. You can always keep them in a little case or something if you don't like the puppies on the packaging.
You won't mess up as long as you love, care for, and dedicate time to your dog and give her the forever home that he/she deserves. Those things aren't hard at all IMO!
Also, my friend makes collars, leashes, harnesses etc. Check out her [Etsy] (https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShihPooLover) shop. She might be able to make an itty bitty one custom for you! She doesn't have a lot of photos of the harnesses (she has a ton of collars though) but I know she does make them so just send her a message if you're interested.
Oh and for house breaking your pup, make sure to buy something like [this] (http://www.amazon.com/All-Absorb-Count-Training-22-Inch-23-Inch/dp/B00EI673B6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409385024&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=puppy+pad). Any brand should be fine.
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I use Tuff Mutt for my holder
and for bags I use these.
Is your dog going to be pooping in the yard too? If so it might be a good investment to get a pooper scooper (like this rake) and maybe split the poop-scooping schedule if you don't wanna rock the boat since she's paying 2/3 of the rent?
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https://www.amazon.com/Tuff-Mutt-Attachment-Dispenser-Lightweight/dp/B01979RHTG/ref=pd_nav_hcs_rp_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01979RHTG&pd_rd_r=2887ee47-cf5d-454f-aeb4-dfa5abf26c29&pd_rd_w=OmOG7&pd_rd_wg=f3b1v&pf_rd_i=nav-high-confidence-slot&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=1f389e35-a4a8-4fe9-bcb3-352102c5df87&pf_rd_r=8HX7APESGGZHYAFZ9NKG&pf_rd_s=nav-high-confidence-slot&pf_rd_t=40701&psc=1&refRID=8HX7APESGGZHYAFZ9NKG
I highly recommend buffalo bones. They have a lot of flavor and take a while to finish https://www.amazon.com/Loving-Pets-Buffalo-16-Inch-Meaty/dp/B008FWOCLS
Oh man, it's gonna be a wild ride for you. I spent over a year researching dogs before I got my pup and it's still been tough. I'm not here to lecture though, since I'm sure you've already heard enough of it by now, so will do my best to offer some advice.
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Some things to expect the first week:
-WHINING. They will whine. Ignore them if you've already taken them out to potty and fed them. If you give in, then you will teach them that whining gets them attention. Can't hold it against them though. They're scared and in a completely new place away from their mom and litter.
- They may not eat that much the first few days. My vet said this is normal since they are still adjusting to their new environment.
- Take the pup for a vet exam. Don't just trust the word of whoever/wherever you got them from.
- They potty all the time lol...pls still take your new pup out at night. Mine was 8 weeks old when I got her and I took her out every two hours in the middle of the night. I still do every 2.5 hrs because she's only 10 weeks old now. Goodbye to an uninterrupted 8 hour nights rest. You can slowly extend the time as they get older.
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Some essentials I bought:
I'd recommend shopping at TJMaxx for dog toys. It's wayyy cheaper than anywhere else I've found.
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Overall, just keep working with your pup and be consistent with them. Consistent with your expectations, routine, training, etc and it'll get better slowly. I know I've only had my pup for 2 weeks so maybe I'm not the most credible person based on experience, but I've definitely put a lot of effort into learning as much as I could before I got her. Hopefully some of this is of some help.
Good luck!
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Common, poop bags are practically free, no one has an excuse not to own some.
This gave my pup a place to go if he needed and i didn't or couldn't get him out in time. Took exactly one day to train him to pee on the pad and we were good. Glad to know you are an expert though.