Is the bottom of the crate or the pad waterproof? Do I need to buy a liner of some kind for a puppy?
1638057
It is not water proof. Yes you would need something in the bottom for a water proof surface
1638058
The pad itself is a waterproof type of foam. The floor of the crate itself is just like the other walls of the crate, but in a different color(black). I doubt that it is waterproof although it might be treated with some kind of water repellent. My pup has never wet inside the crate, but she only sleeps in it overnight. She isn't left in it if we go away. I keep a towel inside the crate, over the pad since she "nests" and would tear the pad cover apart very quickly..
1638059
pad is not waterproof, crate is. You could put down a liner, however the point of crate training a puppy is that if the crate is the right size, it will discourage the pup from going in the crate--hence creating the habit of bladder control. Always be sure to take the pup outside before putting them in the crate and start slow, an hour for puppies, in the crate, then out again, move up from there. You want to do everything you can to establish the crate as a no-bathroom zone, that will help with house breaking quickly.
399938
It's a waterproof padded cover. I just tilt it to one side of the tub so the water runs off anyway.
1169564
First of all, a crate isn't intended for such long periods of time that your pet would be suffering from thirst! Second, it is not a good idea to leave water in the crate especially when they will be unable to relieve themselves.A pet should be confined to a crate AFTER they have relieved themselves so they will be comfortable. This isn't a "boarding" kennel.
746757
The bottom has a soft, black rubber material that will allow it to stay in one place unless your puppy dog moves it. Hope this helps.
2225035
True, with the canvas it will stain with urine and feces.We place puppy potty paids on top of the canvas then cover the potty pads with bedding/fleece. We have bedding on one side of the divider (eating area and litter box) and on the other side (sleeping and play area) we have fleece. We found the potty pads to be an extra layer to protect the canvas from stains and long term odor.Hope this answers your question.
744369
It does not have a liner. If I had to guess, I'd say the outside is coated, the inside is not. I haven't put anything in mine that was more than slightly damp and haven't had any problems.
1778611
Not really. Also when we washed the outer liner it was hard to put back on. If you are looking for a water resistant orthopedic dog bed, then I recommend the 100 percent memory form pad pet bed (with denimi outer cover) made by dogbedforless.
1547029
No waterproof pad. The bottom is more like a cloth/canvas type material. When I travel I set it on a big green garbage bag and then also put a garbage bag inside with a towel over top before putting my pet inside in case of any accidents. She hasn't had any but at least the clean up would be easier. Hope this helps.
1462162
I honestly don't know as my puppy usually doesn't go to the bathroom when I am gone. She did use the puppy pad in there once and there was no mess. She also did spill her water and it didn't go through, however it was close to a puppy pad and most of it seemed to soak up with that, so I haven't had that happen I can't honestly answer 100%, hope this was of some help.
2225030
I'm not sure if you "have to" use bedding, but I do. I've always used the fleece bedding with my Guins and still do it with this cage. I put puppy pee pads under the fleece and my guins also have a litter box which they use most of the time. The canvas is pretty thick and it's almost like plastic. Mine had a few stains on it within the first 2 weeks, so I'm guessing the pee was absorbed but it didn't go through it
960362
You need to add a pad (similar) to a ladies sanitary napkin (in fact they are less expensive) on the belt. The belt is not waterproof. But it works great! After a while my dog didn't need the pad. Once the belt goes on he knows we are going out & he can't tinkle. Also, great customer service with this company. Hope this help.
1547028
yes, the bottom is water proof. So far this item is holding up very well. I foster rescue kittens so mine gets a real work out.
1367422
The bottom is vinyl. I also cover the bottom with puppy training pads. Keeps the bottom from getting wet.
1457911
There is mesh on the bottom so the dog does not even need the plastic tray. My 10 month old Boxer is a chewer so I am surprised she has not yet chewed the tray! This is a great crate-- very easy to collapse and carry and move.
960358
it does not have a waterproof layer, My Italian Greyhound who can't hold his urine at all I use a poise pad and unless I am out for a longer period of time it does not get wet. My Minature Pincher who marks a lot I use a feminine pad and it does not leak at all. When My Italian greyhound does go thru the poise pad and it does get wet it washes very well and does not get deformed at all. They are very good to use. Hope this helps you good luck
338223
The bottom of the crate, the tray, is plastic. Could be an issue if your pet is left in too long or has separation anxiety with nothing else to chew on. Would be worth a try even if you had to buy another tray. You won't find another crate this quality at this price.
598417
Think of it as a square cut out of a padded mattress cover with plastic backing. It protects beds from human excrement so should protect a rug from a little pooch 's "accidents " and around and under the tray. My concern about using it INSTEAD of puppy pads would be confusion. Little guy might think other "fabrics " might be lofty pads.