Trays for dogs: what are, how to choose and care?

Many people wonder whether they need a tray for dogs in a private house or apartment if the dog regularly walks outside. However, it is not always possible to pay due attention to your pet. In addition, a pet can also be affected. And in this case, the tray will definitely come in handy.

If we talk about trays for puppies, then they represent a dog home toilet, which is located in the apartment. This capacity, which can be both large and small sizes, besides, it can have sides or be without them. Some trays must be filled with specially purchased fillers, in other cases it is completely unnecessary.as there is a special grill on the bottom. If we talk about the latter, they are also economical, as such; they allow you to spend less money on fillers and less time on cleaning.

Those animals that are at home, go to the tray on their own. But to achieve this, you need to teach them from a very young age. The tray is needed so that the dog can do its business when it cannot do it on the street for any of the reasons.

• The animal is sick or just undergoing rehabilitation.
• The owner is sick or is delayed at work and cannot walk his pet in due time.
• The puppy should be vaccinated. It cannot be taken outside several days before, as well as several days after vaccination.
• The weather is pretty cool and the animal can just freeze and get sick. This is especially true for puppies with a short coat.
• Old dog can not hold back until the onset of the walk.

Of course, puppy trays have both positive and negative sides.

First you need to familiarize yourself with the advantages of such devices. First of all, the beloved pet will not be able to get lost in the yard or just fall into a snowdrift. In addition, the dog will not catch a cold, will not cut the paws and will not be able to poison itself with some find. The animal will always look clean and well-groomed.

The owner in any case will be able to take tests from his ward. In addition, on holidays it is not necessary to walk your pet in the early morning, and you can just lie in bed. If the owners want to go to the theater or on a date, the dog will just wait for them to return.

Those animals who are constantly in the house will not be able to enjoy nature and everything connected with it. Also, not all family members or guests will enjoy the smell coming from the tray. A dog that is practically not walked outside will not be able to properly strengthen its immune system.

There are several types of trays for puppies that can be intended for both small breeds and large ones. Manufacturers involved in their manufacture, made sure that the trays were quite diverse. Therefore it is worth more familiar with the most common of them.

This design consists of a large or small pallet. On top of it is a lattice, as well as a pillar. With it, the dog will be able to fulfill his need in the usual form for the animal, that is, he can just lift up his leg and urinate.

Almost all trays are made of non-toxic materials. Therefore, it will be absolutely harmless to both animals and humans. But as with any device, you need to take care of such a tray. Once a day the toilet should be washed and remove all contents from it.

This can remove the smell of excrement, and then the puppy will not know where to go.

This design is quite simple. The kit includes a container with sides, and a sufficiently strong mesh that can be easily cleaned. In addition, you can put a mat in the container and fill it with a specially purchased filler.

In such a tray is a container, however, the grid is missing. It simply fits the selected filler. Practically all of them perfectly absorb not only liquid, but also unpleasant odors. It is easy to change the filler, just turn the tray over and throw it away, and then wash it with clean water.

However, these trays have one drawback. Some animals may ingest some inedible items, and the filler is no exception. This is especially true of small puppies.

Such a tray is bought most often, as dogs very quickly get used to feces in the diaper. However, if before diapers were placed in a regular container, then today there are special pallets that have special fastenings for such diapers.

This option allows you to quickly get used to puppies to such a toilet and do not contaminate the floor covering. In addition, there are reusable diapers that you can just wash. For those who do not have time for washing, you can use disposable diapers. In addition, trays are perfectly washable and do not retain odors.

This tray is considered multi-level. At the bottom there is a fairly roomy pallet. It can be plastic and silicone. In the middle there is a place that does not allow the flooring to contact the pallet. At the very top there is a layer imitating lawn grass.

The liquid will flow through the grass layer and remain in the container. The tray is big enough. Therefore, cleaning can be done once a week. Do not be afraid that the smell will leak into the room, because it is made so that the smell can not get out. It is possible to use a tray both outside of the room, and in the room. In addition, this toilet is not afraid of temperature extremes and is very easy to clean.

Most often they are meant for small dogs. In them, animals can feel comfortable. Such trays are with the wall, the dog can freely and in and out.

When choosing trays for your pet, you need to focus not only on the size of the animal, but also on where they will be placed. In addition, among them there are also toilets. They only need to change the special fluid. In addition, they can be automatic.

Not every person can buy a special tray for their pet. Therefore, they use simple improvised means. For example, you can fill a regular bowl or a large bowl with sand. Of course, such a “tray” will not be too convenient for a puppy, because it has too large sides. However, this will allow the sand to not get enough sleep from the pelvis. But this dog toilet is unpleasant because it does not absorb smells.

Instead of sand, you can always try to fill in sawdust, which can not only better absorb moisture, but also unpleasant odors.

If we talk about dogs, then for them it does not matter what the tray is, or the filler in it. However, for a person it is very important. First you need to take care of the size of the tray. It must comply not only with the size of the animal, but also be suitable for the room. In addition, many owners select trays for the color of wallpaper or furniture that is in the room.

If the puppy is very small, then you can purchase a tray that will have low sides. It is also not necessary to buy it with a column. In addition, it is possible to buy even a cat tray. If the owner is absent for a long time at home, the toilet must be equipped with a special diaper.

For dogs of larger breeds, the tray should be both larger and taller. So the animal will not feel constraint. Special attention should be paid to the materials from which the tray will be made. You should not take trays made from ordinary plastic. They will not be able to absorb all unpleasant odors.

If we talk about the choice of filler, then, first of all, he should like his beloved pet. You can choose both mineral and woody. Both have pros and cons. The first one will absorb the smell perfectly, the second one will be pleasant for the dog. It is worth considering in more detail all their advantages and disadvantages.

Such fillers are specially processed sawdust. After this treatment, they will be able to absorb moisture well enough. They can be made of very different materials, it all depends on the selected wood. But sawdust made from coniferous trees are considered the best among thembecause they absorb certain odors better than others. Choose the best flaked sawdust. They will be more convenient and practical.

Such a filler consists of the same sawdust mixed with special chemical elements. Absorbs odors such a filler is quite good. However, if it uses only cheap materials, then it will be necessary to change it quite often.

Such options are chosen by many breeders, because they perfectly absorb not only moisture, but also unpleasant odors, fight with various bacteria. In appearance, they resemble small granules that are saturated with chemicals.

This is a rather expensive filler, because it contains a special substance, that is, an indicator solution. With it, you can not only find out what your pet's health problems, but also completely solve them. The indicator will completely change color, depending on the urine of the animal.

You can buy it in a special pet store, and in a veterinary pharmacy, as well as order on the Internet. Its price may be different, depending on the preferences of customers.

But there is another important rule that must always be followed - is the care of the tray. There are two ways to do this. The first is to wash the tray completely, the second is to change the filler in it.

As for the first option, this is a rather difficult and not very pleasant way. It is necessary to wash it regularly, best of all after each defecation of the puppy. Not every person will be able to do this, since the smell comes from him very specific. It is possible to use for washing only natural, but not chemical means. Perfectly suited children's or household soap, which has virtually no odor. After all, any smell of chemistry can discourage the dog to visit the purchased tray. Then the dog will do its business in some other place. And this does not like people.

To make life a little easier, people use fillers or special disposable diapers that not only neutralize all bacteria, but also absorb all unpleasant odors.

In addition, it is necessary at least once every 2-3 months to disinfect the entire tray in order to kill any bacteria that have appeared.

In order to quickly accustom an adult animal to the tray, you will need not only endurance, but also patience. It will turn out only if you follow some recommendations of experts. Although dogs are very intelligent animals, it’s completely unusual for them to walk in need of a home. To give the dog to understand what the owner requires from him, you need to do the following.

• You can teach a puppy with the help of the fact that in the place where the future tray will be located, place a small piece of cloth or diaper previously soaked in the puppy's urine.
• When a small pet fulfills its need in a completely different place, it must be gradually weaned from it. This can be done with the help of special tools that are used for scaring. At the same time it is necessary to process all places, avoiding where the tray is. You can use a solution of vinegar or any other unpleasant means for the dog. In this case, the dog will no longer want to go there.
• If the puppy is caught “at the scene of the crime,” he should be immediately taken to the toilet, while raising his voice a little.
• You can use the system with rewards and punishments for your pets. Any improper behavior of the dog must be censured and in every way possible show the animal its displeasure. And, on the contrary, all the luck of the puppy must be encouraged. You can use his favorite treats for this.
• If all these options and means do not help, and the dog continues to mark the territory, it is necessary to limit all its movements. It is best to place the dog in an enclosed area and put the tray there. When the puppy understands what is required of him, he must definitely be praised and also give him a treat.

Almost all experts recommend walking their pets at least a couple of times a day. This is especially true for fairly large dogs. In the tray, they often go only if they get sick. Otherwise, you will need to clean up every day mountains of unpleasant feces on the smell.

In addition, the animals quickly get used to the amenities and again to accustom them to walk outside will not be so easy. For disinfection also do not use chlorine, otherwise the dog will completely stop walking in the tray.

Summing up, we can say that whichever tray is chosen, the animal will still need to be taught to any of them. Besides, You should not neglect the care of the tray, because in case of severe contamination of the tank, the animal may even become infected with some disease. Special attention should be paid to the size of the tray, which will depend entirely on the size of the dog.

How to choose a tray for dogs, see the video below.