Dog Diapers

"Dog diapers are a convenient way to help a dog with urinary problems or that is in heat. Options in include disposables and cloth. Diaper choice is based on your dog's size."

If your dog only wears them when in heat, or if you have a puppy that is only going to be wearing them until housebroken, the cost may not be too great. But if you have a dog that is incontinent due to an injury, for example, and is going to need diapers long-term, it’s a different matter. A package of ten disposable diapers costs about $12.95 for the small size and $17.95 for the large size. You can see how the cost could quickly add up.

Canine diapers come in a variety of sizes, of course, to fit different breeds. When purchasing dog diapers, make sure you read the sizing chart carefully. It will tell you the weight and the measurement around the dog’s waist that the diapers are made to fit. Measure your dog’s waist to make sure you buy the right size. For male dogs, it is generally recommended that you buy one size larger. The sizes are different for different brands, so if you switch brands, make sure you read the sizing chart on the new brand.

Most dog diapers are designed to hold urine, not feces. If you need a diaper that will hold feces as well as urine, make sure you read the product information for the diaper you are buying. You may want to use a combination of a disposable diaper underneath a cloth diaper.

Washable vs. Disposable Canine Diapers

Convenience: - cloth diapers are now available to be better fitted and without velcro closers. Cloth and disposable are now comparable in terms of what they do.

Dryness: - A disposable canine diaper will hold more fluid than a cloth (up to 7 ounces). Cloth diapers such as Watson's Dog Diapers come with liners that are a good compromise between washable and disposable.

Cost: Disposables are more expensive than washable.

Health: Many disposable canine diapers contain chemicals that help them be absorbent. Cloth diapers are natural and if washed properly will not have chemicals on the surface.

Environment: - The answer to this question is not as clear since cloth needs to be washed and disposable fills landfills.

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