Training your new puppy can seem like a never ending battle, but products such as puppy training pads have made the process a little easier. And, if you want to decrease your paper consumption for the environment's sake, consider washable or biodegradable training pads and all natural cleaners.
Woes of Puppy Training
Training and caring for a puppy can sometimes be frustrating, and at times a demanding job. It seems like as soon as you release the dog from the cage, it finds a spot on the floor perfect to pee or poop on. However, certain products have tried to make the puppy years easier. Although pee pads and doggy wet wipes are convenient, they just add to the waste that we create. If you’re thinking about becoming a dog owner or if you’re in the process of potty training your puppy, consider alternative products that will make your puppy training more eco-friendly.
Puppy Training Pads
It’s important to check the ingredients of the pee pads you purchase, because some of them are not always biodegradable. You might buy the training pads while you’re at the grocery store, but the pet store down the street might have more options. Brands of biodegradable training pads include Bramton Company’s Simple Solution, Hartz and Dog Whisperer by Cesar Millan. Or you can be even less wasteful by using EcoHound’s Washable Pee Piddle Pads made from organic cotton.
Wet Wipe Alternative
It’s not pleasant when you get dog pee or poop on your hands, but accidents happen and it can always be washed off with sanitizing soap and water. Wet wipes may be convenient, but consider trading them in for washcloths, which can be washed over and over again. So set a few old washcloths aside and when you need to clean off your puppy’s paws, just add soap and water to the cloth.
Pet Safe Cleaners
Crate training may be your least favorite way of teaching your dog when to go potty, but it’s the most effective method. However, accidents happen and sometimes you need to clean the cage. So when looking for eco-friendly and pet safe cleaners, read the labels carefully for phrases such as non-toxic, chemical-free, all natural, no fillers or dyes, no pollutants and no caustic ingredients. PetGanics has created a line of household cleaners that are safe and gentle enough to use around pets, and the all-purpose cleaner would be perfect for the dog’s cage and toys.
Potty training is a hectic time for a dog owner, but if you shop more consciously, you can successfully raise your puppy into a well-mannered dog and step lighter on the planet too.