1. Wipe down the Doggy Bathroom
One of the best parts of the Doggy Bathroom is that it is easy to clean. Our Doggy Bathroom pee pads are super thick and fluffy and designed for vertical liquid absorption, ensuring that they absorb your pup’s business and should leave the enclosure dry. We recommend wiping down with a cleaning cloth or damp cloth with a basic cleaning solution. If there is a big mess, you can take it outside and spray it down with a hose, but usually, a quick wipe is all that you need.
2. Organize your Doggy’s accessories
Whether you’re buying supplies in bulk or have a pee pads subscription, it's important to keep your dog’s area clean and organized. We recommend keeping your extra pee pads, dog towel and clean mats nearby to switch out items when needed and to have everything you need in one place. If you’re short on closet storage space, install a floating shelf nearby to keep the supplies together.
3. Pack your puppy’s tote bag
To make trips to the park and walks around the block easier, we like to keep all of our dog’s essentials ready in one of our Doggy Bathroom Tote Bags. This fully lined linen tote bag with a zipper closure and inside pocket is perfect for keeping treats, Doggy Bathroom pickup bags, toys and even the Doggy Bathroom towel to wipe muddy paws while out on adventures. We recommend keeping the tote bag on a hook by the door to grab on the way out.
The Doggy Bathroom Starter Kit
The Doggy Bathroom is our innovative product that lets your dog have the freedom to go when they need to in a beautiful modular unit that won’t be an eyesore in your space. Designed for both squatters and leg lifters, the Doggy Bathroom is our easy-to-clean system to give your dog a bit of independence to do their business. What makes our dog litter box unique is that we’ve designed custom dog pee pads to attach inside that can absorb liquid vertically. Simply attach the pee pads to the walls and bottom of the Doggy Bathroom with the adhesive strip, and your dog is ready to go.
Plus, if you’re unsure, our accolades speak for themselves. The Doggy Bathroom was the winner of the Pet Innovation Award 2021 and Grand Prix Design.
The Doggy Bathroom Starter Kit has everything you need to get started. The starter kit includes one enclosure, one base (in whatever colour you’d like), six clips (to attach your own pee pads) and 50 of our extra-absorbent self-adhesive pee pads!
The Base
If you’re ordering just the base, you’re either looking for a secondary colour to switch things up to match your space or you might be looking for a tray to hold your pee pads. Our bases are made from sturdy non-slip rubber so that they won’t shift with even the most energetic pup. Choose between our modern dark blue, timeless dark grey, a light grey that will match any space or a soft rose that complements your decor. The base is a great option if you’re looking for an easy-to-clean spot to hold your pee pads for small female dogs or male dogs that don’t lift their leg.
Have you ever noticed that when you go on a walk, your dog tends to always go in the same spot? That’s because they’ve marked their territory and are searching for their scent. This same routine can be achieved with the Doggy Bathroom. Once they’ve left their scent, then the Doggy Bathroom is officially marked as their own and they’ll use it over and over again.
For the stubborn dog, we’ve had success when we layered a used pee pad underneath a new one, leading your furry friend to the scent when it’s their time to go. This will encourage your dog to use their Doggy Bathroom but ensure that their paws are only on top of a fresh pee pad.
For smaller dogs and young puppies, finding their way inside the Doggy Bathroom might be your first hurdle. After a long walk or shortly after a puppy eats or drinks, lead them to the Doggy Bathroom to encourage them to use it. Some smaller puppies eliminate between 5 to 30 minutes after drinking, making this the perfect time to try out their new ensuite.
While your puppy is small, using just the base with a pee pad can help them get used to using the Doggy Bathroom. Gradually, as your dog grows and becomes more accustomed to it, you can add on the enclosure and give them the full Doggy Bathroom experience.
While you’ll want this to be a temporary solution to ensure your Doggy Bathroom stays easy to clean, switching out the pee pads with a patch of grass or turf may help make the transition from outside to inside easier by giving them a more familiar texture under their paws at the start.
Rewarding your dog for using the Doggy Bathroom might be just the trick you need to turn it into a habit. By using phrases like “go potty”, offering positive reinforcement and giving the occasional treat when your dog uses their Doggy Bathroom will help turn it into a habit. As time goes by, keep up the praise but decrease the treats so that the pup doesn’t become reliant on them.
Dogs tend to be territorial animals. Invite a few of your furry friends over for a puppy party and one of the dogs is bound to wander over to the Doggy Bathroom and give it a go. Your puppy will be attracted to the other dog’s scent and will find its way over to it as well. Hopefully, after the paw-ty is finished, your dog will continue to use their Doggy Bathroom regularly.
]]>If you have multiple dogs, you may be wondering if you need a Doggy Bathroom for each. The short answer is no! You can teach your dogs to share a bathroom and it will be fine.
However this may depend on your dogs’ potty habits and your lifestyle. For example, if your dogs are left unattended for 8 hours in the day and use the Doggy Bathroom for number 2, once one dog uses it the other will not. In this case, it would be ideal to have two Doggy Bathrooms.
Hope that answers your question! Check out our other articles or feel free to email us at info@doggybathroom.com if you have any more!
Love, Sterling.
]]>Placing a used pee pad or better yet - another dog’s used pee pads is the best bet. Marking another dog’s pee spot is a powerful attractor for getting your dog to mark their territory over another's. Trust me, I’m a dog! If you have a dog owner friend, ask them!
Start with a lightly used pee pad, but if it's not enough, use one that's heavily soiled with pee. Place their used pee pad under a new one near the Doggy Bathroom, and move it closer and closer until they are inside. Bring their attention to the fact that their pee pad is there frequently, so they remember.
Patience is crucial, and all dogs are different. Some take to it right away, while others can take up to a week, or more. It requires work from both you and your pup. Once they get it, make sure to give them lots of treats!
Love, Sterling.
Today we’re discussing what to do if your dog doesn’t know what to do with the Doggy Bathroom. First, you have to make sure they know what NOT to do. That means no lying down and no eating inside (give them reward treats outside!). This clear physical distinction of different task areas is essential to laying a good foundation for potty training.
Place your dog in the Doggy Bathroom occasionally to familiarize them with it. When you do so, use your potty command so they associate the space with potty time. Then, the next step would be attracting your dog to use it for the bathroom. I wrote a great article here about how to do that!
Practice makes perfect, so keep trying and good luck!
Love, Sterling.
As cozy as the Doggy Bathroom is, it’s definitely not for your dog to lie in! Although, I must admit it could be confusing. The trick is to implement some training practices that will make sure your dog knows it’s a potty.
My owner is a firm believer that a dog’s eating, sleeping, and potty space should be far apart or clearly separated. If they lie down in it, immediately get them out. This can be prevented by placing a used pee pad inside under a new pee pad, as the scent will signal them.
Also, when you are familiarizing them with the Doggy Bathroom by placing them inside, use your potty command so they associate the space with potty time. After giving all of these cues, your dog should be able to recognize that it is for pottying!
Hope this article helped. Come back if you have more questions!
Love, Sterling.
]]>So you bought the Doggy Bathroom, but your dog won’t go near it. It’s true it’s not the best to force them to go in, so you’re going to have to try a sneakier way. It’s also not good to tempt them by placing treats inside as there needs to be a clear physical distinction between their eating space and potty space. Only give them treats after they have entered or used it!
First, try placing their used pee pad under a new one near the Doggy Bathroom, and move it closer and closer until they are inside. The scent of the used pee pads will attract them. Bring their attention to the fact that their pee pad is there frequently, so they remember. Start with a lightly used pee pad, but if it's not enough, use one that's heavily soiled with pee. If it's still not enough, you can go as far as asking a dog-friend for one of their used pee pads. I know it sounds strange, but the best way to get a dog to leave their mark is over another dog's.
For dogs who squat instead of leg lift, try removing the enclosure from the base and repeating the above with only the base. This can eliminate some of the initial fear they have.
Patience is crucial, and all dogs are different. Some take to it right away, while others can take up to a week, or more. It requires work from both you and your pup. Once they get it, make sure to give them lots of treats!
Love, Sterling.
]]>Today, we’re going to be learning all about Italian Greyhounds. I’m an expert because that’s my breed! As indoor dogs, we love to use the Doggy Bathroom, especially during the winter time because sometimes, it just gets too cold to go outside.
To get some extra tips, I decided to interview my fashionable friend, Tika (@tikatheiggy).
Tip 1: Bring Attention to Pee Pad
Tika: The more often you go/bring attention to the pee pads, the less accidents there are.
As smaller dogs, we definitely have smaller bladders causing us to pee often! Remind us on the regular that there are pee pads around the home that we can use, and it will stick for the next time we need to go.
Tip 2: Positive Reinforcement
Tika: Positive reinforcement works way better than negative.
We Italian greyhounds sure love attention! So when you give us positive reinforcement, it will motivate us to keep doing a good job by using pee pads.
Tip 3: Privacy
Tika: Place the pad in a private area, to give privacy. We’ll be more likely to go if we feel safe and secure.
Although we love being surrounded by people, when Italian greyhounds need to pee, we much prefer to do it in private!
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Salvador: Start with a pee pad or other indoor solution - because when I was a puppy I didn’t feel safe going in the cold, rain, or snow! Once I felt safe I graduated to outside only.
Chihuahuas can feel small and vulnerable outdoors, making them resistant to letting themselves go outside. You can start with them indoors fully or alternate between two specific indoor and outdoor locations.
Eddie: It’s important to look for the signs I need to go. If I am suddenly sniffing around or turning in circles then it’s time to take me to my toilet spot!
Salvador: Crate training seals the deal! Crate training really helped me gain structure and get into a routine. Eventually, I didn’t need the crate anymore!
Chihuahuas won't use the bathroom in the same crate where they sleep and rest, so if they have to use the bathroom, they will try to hold it until you let them outside. This is a good moment to train them! Eventually, they won’t have to wait using the Doggy Bathroom so it will all be worth it!
]]>It’s your favorite doggy reporter Sterling, back to help Shih Tzu owners with house training! Shih Tzu’s are one of the most popular small dog breeds and also amongst the top breeds that use our Doggy Bathroom. They are known to be independent and a bit stubborn, which can make it harder for them to learn house breaking rules. However, once you get to know your Shih Tzu’s quirks and patterns, it can be much easier to potty train them!
To do this, I’ve enlisted our special Shih Tzu friend Oreo (@thatshihtzuoreo on Instagram) for his insights on his house training experience!
Oreo: Understand our picky ways of saying “we need to go”. Whether we stare into your soul or are vocal, we are all unique and you need to pay attention!
Once you learn your dog’s special quirks, you can use those cues as important moments to train them!
Oreo: Keep a consistent schedule. We are definitely fans of a routine and will be cooperative if you are.
Shih Tzu puppies are able to hold their bladders for the number of hours corresponding to their age in months. This can give you an idea of how to schedule their routines, starting with after they wake up and after their meals!
Oreo: Be forgiving if we make a mistake, we’re only human. I mean… Shih Tzus.
Since shih tzus can be stubborn, punishments can have a counterproductive effect on training! If your dog is urinating in the wrong spot, interrupt with a sound such as a clap and bring them to the correct area.
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Since I was already using pee pads when my dad got me the Doggy Bathroom, I loved it right away, while some of my friends who were't potty trained took a few days to transition. If your dog hasn’t been potty-trained at all, read our training tips article for some easy steps that will help! Do note that it will take longer to adjust if they have never been potty trained!
If they’re already used to pee pads, follow these tips to help them get comfortable with their new friend.
Remember, this process will take some time and effort from both you and your doggy. But once they get it, the benefits will be great! Patience is key.
If you have any more questions, please feel free to email info@doggybathroom.com for more personalized tips from our customer service representatives! We are always here to help ease the transition.
It's always hard to accept the signs that your dog is getting old, but making an old dog comfortable can be one of the best and most compassionate things that a pet owner can do. Not only that, but our intuitive pets can feel a lot of shame and embarrassment when they have accidents in the house – nothing is more heartbreaking as a pet owner than watching our pets’ struggle.
The Doggy Bathroom gives peace of mind to your aging dogs, which will, in turn, give you peace of mind. They have their own space that is close-by and accessible, not to mention private, and you have the reassurance of knowing your pet always has a designated place to “go.” Give your older dog his or her independence back – they’ll thank you for it in licks and cuddles.
Since the aging process is inevitable for dogs, to make the transition as easy as possible for a senior dog, try and introduce them to the Doggy Bathroom earlier in their life. It is much easier to train a puppy than an older dog, and this will help to alleviate one of the messiest problems an aging dog might face.
If you’re looking for how to make an old dog comfortable, start with the Doggy Bathroom Starter Kit that is packed with all of the essentials, our thick and fluffy pee pads designed for vertical absorption, and a super soft microfibre towel to keep them cozy.
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Using the Doggy Bathroom is simple and straightforward:
Show them to the Doggy Bathroom. Your pooch enters the modular unit and does their business, whether they squat or lift their leg – our pee pads can be horizontal or vertical. Our dog litter box is a hygienic, no-fuss way to give your pet their independence. Let them freely explore the unit uninterrupted until they feel comfortable with it in the home.
Have everything in place. Make sure the pee pads are affixed to the wall (if they are leg-lifters) and another one on the bottom. You want your Doggy Bathroom to always be the same with no unexpected surprises.
Keep it in its designated area. Once you’ve set up the unit in a specific area of the home, make sure it stays put. If you travel with your pup and the Doggy Bathroom, make sure they know where.
Whether you have a vivacious pup who’s been trained on floor pee pads and is now lifting his leg, or an aging pup who is struggling with incontinence, the Doggy Bathroom makes everyone’s lives better. No more worrying about running late from work to let your pooch outside or finding unexpected “surprises” around the house – the Doggy Bathroom is the perfect solution for all your furry friends.
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1. Position base in the desired location.
2. Gently place the Doggy Bathroom inside the base.
3. If you are planning on making use of the vertical pee pads, follow these instructions to snap the rails into place.
4. Line bottom with one pee pad. If you are using Doggy Bathroom pee pads, you don't need to peel back the adhesive strip for the bottom pee pad.
5. For leg lifters: remove paper from the adhesive strip and affix or clip one pee pad onto each rail.
6. Place the mat in front of the opening.
7. Et, voilà!
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Step 1 - Have a schedule
You must create a schedule you can stick to and one that works for both you and your pooch. Feed your dog at the same time every day and take away their food in-between those times. You should also help show them how to eliminate first thing in the morning, and then at regular times throughout the day. This can be achieved by walking them (in the same area of the neighbourhood) or working with pee pads (which always need to be in the same place – the Doggy Bathroom is the perfect solution, as this stationary unit will become their regular go-to spot to relieve themselves).
Step 2 - Have a reward system
Reinforcement is key when it comes to housetraining your dog. Make sure you have their favourite treats ready for when they do their business where they’re supposed to. Only use those treats for housetraining purposes (and not to give them as a snack, for example).
Step 3 - Stay close to your pet while housetraining
You want to support your pet while teaching them how to use the bathroom properly. Letting them loose into a backyard means giving them too much initial freedom, and your efforts may get delayed.
Step 4 - Remove their water dish before bedtime
Don’t allow your pup to have access to too much water leading up to bedtime. It will help to diminish the odds of accidents through the night.
Step 5 - Expect mistakes
This is not a black-and-white process where a dog is either successful or not. There are going to be a few “oops” moments, and that’s okay. Be sure to catch them in the act as quickly as possible and reprimand them accordingly (such as making a slightly startling noise to correct them), however never punish them by rubbing their noses in it, for example. Also, clean the soiled area well or your dog may return to that spot.
Step 6 - Make plans when you’re away
If you have a long day and won’t be able to let your dog outside for a walk, make sure you plan accordingly. Have a friend or neighbour walk your pup, or rest assured with your Doggy Bathroom knowing your pup has his/her own bathroom.
]]>Going to work may not be your favourite place to venture off too, and it may not be your pet’s favourite thing either (after all, he/she will be left alone!). It’s a huge advantage when employers allow animals to come into the office – there are loads of reasons it can be super beneficial to its employees (not to mention their fur babies).
Here are some of the benefits of a pet-friendly office:
Less stress = more productivity. Having our animals around is scientifically proven to lower blood pressure and decrease stress. That means happier, more productive workers! Pets can provide us with social support and comfort, which may be just what you need after an intense meeting.
It gives you exercise. When you’ve got your pet in tow, you have to care for that pet throughout the day, which could mean walks or short play sessions – times when you’re more active than usual at the office.
More employee retention. People who are allowed to bring their pets to work are more likely to enjoy their workplace and, therefore, stay there for a longer period of time. For a business owner, that means less employee turnover.
It can also attract a younger group of millennials to a company (if that’s what the employer needs). The flexibility of having a pet-friendly office can be very appealing to fresh-faced hires who are just entering the workforce.
Improved working environment. Anyone who has a dog or cat knows that our animals bring all of us together – it’s a way to find common ground with someone. Within a professional setting, pets can help the company culture and unite its team in new ways.
Not all pets are necessarily cut out for the corporate world. For example, some dogs, perhaps larger or high-energy breeds, may not be suitable for an office setting, so make sure you judge the situation accordingly. That way, having a pet-friendly office will be a win-win for everyone.
]]>Some pet owners shy away from “new” products for their pooches because they don’t want to invest the time that is needed to teach them how to use it. Unfortunately, this is the case with any new product and the Doggy Bathroom is no exception. Here are a few good tips to keep in mind during training... but before you continue, make sure to read this training information first. Done? Alright, let's get started.
Marking their territory: Similar to a dog litter box, the Doggy Bathroom is easy to use, and most dogs take it to almost immediately. It usually only takes a few tries before they get the hang of it. And besides, once they’ve left their “mark” in the Doggy Bathroom, ownership is claimed and they will make it their usual spot all day, every day, from then on.
For the stubborn pup: If your dog is a little more headstrong and doesn’t take to our dog litter box right away, another trick we’ve picked up is putting used pee pads underneath the new ones. If you have another pet or a furry friend who uses the Doggy Bathroom (or pee pads), use their damp pee pads with the new ones to encourage them to follow suit.
For the really stubborn dog: And, if all else fails, invite over some canine friends and have other dogs mark the Doggy Bathroom. Pups are always attracted to other dogs’ scents – let your Doggy Bathroom become the temporary “fire hydrant” of the house where all the pups want to “go.”
Reinforce: Make sure you have treats to reward your pet when they properly use their dog litter box. This could be the key to it becoming routine.
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