Alternative To Dog Diapers

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Chances are, if youre a dog owner youve experienced an accident once or twice. But what happens when the accidents dont stop? Whether it be young age, old age, or your pup is going through her first menstrual cycle, experiencing a sudden need for a dog diaper can bring on a sense of worry and anxiety.

In this article well guide you on how to make a quick dog diaper in a pinch using an old shirt, and also give some recommendations of disposable and re-useable dog diapers weve tested that we believe are good to have if your pupper keeps having accidents.

Simply take a pair of children’s underwear that fit your pup’s physique, cut a hole where her tail will go, line with a sanitary pad, and tada — a DIY doggy diaper. This design works best for a female dog in heat or for males that struggle with marking behavior.

DIY Dog Diaper

There are many different methods you can choose for how to make a dog diaper. The biggest decision will be what type of material will be best suited for your needs.

Depending on which method you prefer, here are some of the supplies you may need:

  • Disposable baby diapers (Huggies or any other brand)
  • A pair of childrens underwear (cheap ones like Carters)
  • A sanitary pad (I like wegreeco)
  • Dog pee pads
  • Some old clothing, towels or other material
  • Velcro or just a packaging tape (like this)

    • Your dog won’t wear a diaper?

    Alternative To Dog Diapers

    Weve heard of some having issues with their dogs not liking the idea of wearing a diaper. They cry or just tear it off. If thats the case for you, try out these pee pee pads

    Now that you’ve learned how to create a dog diaper out of a t-shirt, it’s time to figure out this important detail: cleanup. How do you clean a used diaper soiled by your dog? Well, you have two options. If you’re too averse to the idea of reusing a soiled diaper, you can throw the t-shirt away. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a DIY reusable dog diaper.

    Another option is to put it in the washing machine. For an item like this, it’s best that you wash the diaper on its own so that the waste or bodily fluid collected in the shirt doesn’t get to your clothes, towels, and blankets. It is also wise to flush any feces away down the toilet before placing the diaper in the wash.

    Remember, it’s recommended that you change your dog’s diaper once a day at the very least. To prepare for this, either wash your dog’s diaper every day or create multiple dog diapers. If you’re trying to accommodate for a dog in heat, keep in mind that dogs heat up to one month. Prepare accordingly.

    Method A: How To Convert a Baby Diaper for a Dog

    Using disposable diapers for children is the easiest way to make your own dog diaper.

    As you can see in the photo above, all you have to do is choose the right size diaper and cut a hole in your dogs tail.

    Finding the right size is simple, as you just select the size that is recommended for your pups weight.

    FAQ

    Can I use human diapers on my dog?

    Human diapers – Many pet owners find human diapers to be a less expensive alternative to pet diapers. The key is to cut your own hole for a tail, and make sure the diaper is the right size for your pet.

    How do you keep a diaper on a female dog?

    Some dogs can make it several hours on a single diaper, while others must be changed on the hour like clockwork. Keeping your dog safe in his diaper entails, in short, that you don’t leave it on too long. Diapers should not be worn for more than three hours, and never overnight if it can be helped.

    How long can a dog wear a diaper?

    Some dogs can make it several hours on a single diaper, while others must be changed on the hour like clockwork. Keeping your dog safe in his diaper entails, in short, that you don’t leave it on too long. Diapers should not be worn for more than three hours, and never overnight if it can be helped.