AnimAll Puppy Training Pads, 60×60 cm, 20 pcs are absorbent pads for toilet-training puppies and for dogs that can't go outside. The manufacturer recommends them for small-breed and senior dogs, during whelping and in veterinary use. They contain an attractant — a scent that tells the puppy where to go — so no separate training spray is needed. The pads are non-toxic and, according to the manufacturer, hypoallergenic.
How the pad is made
Five layers of protection: the top layer is a strong nonwoven fabric that urine passes through quickly; the second is an absorbent fabric with attractant; the third is an absorbent polymer that turns liquid into gel and stops leaks; the fourth is an absorbent fabric with an odour neutraliser; and the bottom is a waterproof film with sticky tabs that hold the pad on the floor. One pad absorbs up to 3 cups of liquid.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 60×60 cm |
| Quantity | 20 |
| Layers | 5 |
| Attractant | yes |
| Absorbency | up to 3 cups of liquid |
| Fixing | sticky tabs on the back |
| Colour | green |
Pros
- Attractant. Helps train a puppy without a separate spray.
- Gel absorbent. Liquid turns to gel and doesn't spread.
- Odour neutraliser. Less smell in the home.
- Sticky tabs. The pad doesn't slip or bunch up.
- Waterproof backing. The floor stays dry.
- Versatile. Puppies, senior dogs, whelping and post-surgery recovery.
Cons
- 60×60 cm size. May be too small for large dogs.
- Don't cut them. Otherwise the absorbent spills out and absorbency drops.
- Puppies love shredding pads. Playful pups need a pad holder.
- Not flushable. Used pads go in the rubbish.
How to train a puppy to use a pad
Put the pad in a permanent spot away from the bowl and bed, and fix it with the sticky tabs. Puppies usually need to go after sleeping, eating and playing — at these times, take your puppy to the pad and praise it when it gets it right. At first you can cover a larger area with pads and gradually reduce to one. Don't scold accidents, or the puppy will start hiding. A detailed plan is in how to train a puppy to use a pad and the toilet, and a list of essentials in a puppy at home: shopping list.
Other times pads come in handy
Pads help on trips and in carriers, after surgery and during recovery, for senior dogs with incontinence — see senior dogs: diet and care — and during heat and whelping. For females in heat, Flamingo diapers are more convenient, and for males that mark indoors, the Trixie hygiene belt. If maximum odour control matters, compare them with Croci carbon pads.
How many pads you'll need
A young puppy needs to go often — up to 8–10 times a day — so in the first weeks pads are changed several times a day. A slightly damp pad can be left for one or two more uses, as the smell reminds the puppy where to go. A pack of 20 lasts roughly a week of training, and longer for a senior dog. Once the puppy has learned the spot, you can put the pad in a frame tray so it doesn't bunch up or get dragged off as a toy. Fold used pads inwards and throw them away in a bag.
Who it suits
Puppies being toilet-trained, small-breed dogs, senior and post-surgery dogs, and for whelping and travel. More products are in the dog toilet accessories section.
Verdict
AnimAll Puppy Training Pads are five-layer 60×60 cm pads with an attractant, gel absorbent, odour neutraliser and sticky tabs. A good choice for toilet-training puppies and caring for small and senior dogs. The downsides are a size that's small for large dogs and the fact that the pads can't be cut.
FAQ
How much liquid does a pad absorb?
Up to 3 cups.
Do I need a training spray?
No, the pads already contain an attractant.
Can I cut a pad?
It's not recommended, as it reduces absorbency.
How do I fix the pad to the floor?
There are sticky tabs on the back.
Can they be used during whelping?
Yes, the manufacturer recommends them for whelping too.
Can they be flushed?
No, used pads go in the rubbish.
How many pads are in a pack?
20 pads, 60×60 cm each.
