How many puppy pads should I put down at once?
You should put down as many puppy pads as needed to give your puppy adequate space to go potty. Smaller dogs will require less room than larger or giant-breed dogs, so begin by choosing the right size pads for your dog's needs. Putting down just one puppy pad is usually enough, but there are a few situations where your dog might need more than one. When puppies are first potty training, they may have trouble figuring out where the puppy pad is and difficulty aiming well once they find it. For this reason, it may be a good idea to put down more than one puppy pad side-by-side at first. Very large dogs may also require more than one pad to create a suitably large potty area.
How long should you use puppy pads for?
You should only use puppy pads for as long as it takes to train your puppy or dog to properly go potty outside. Potty training your puppy or dog may take as little as a few weeks or several months, depending on his age, temperament and how quickly he learns.
How long do dog pee pads last?
Dog pee pads can last for up to two days without changing, but there are many important variables to consider. Larger dogs produce a larger volume of liquid and solid waste, so their potty pads may need to be changed more often. Dogs who urinate frequently due to age, metabolism or illness may also require more frequent pee pad changing. However, higher quality disposable and washable pee pads are often more absorbent, so they can sometimes go longer between changes. A good rule of thumb is to replace the pad after your dog has used it three times or whenever it looks very soiled or begins to smell.