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PoochPads FAQ's
1) What are PoochPads?
PoochPads are reusable protective floor mats that are absorbent, odor-controlling pads designed for dog
owners who love their dogs but hate the mess and odor resulting from "accidents". Not only can they be
washed over 300 times, making them very cost-effective, they even stop the odor of urine.
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PoochPads are reusable protective floor mats that are absorbent, odor-controlling pads designed for dog
owners who love their dogs but hate the mess and odor resulting from "accidents". Not only can they be
washed over 300 times, making them very cost-effective, they even stop the odor of urine.
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2) How do they work?
PoochPads utilize a material called Microfine, a reusable fiber technology developed exclusively for
PoochPads. Microfine is a light-weight, extremely absorbent material that not only can absorb more than
4 times it weight (a large PoochPad absorbs about 48 oz. of fluid), it also holds on to liquids like a
magnet and traps it so it can not leak on to floors or other protected areas. And, it contains an
antimicrobial agent that inhibits the growth of the bacteria that cause the odor from urine so your house
smells fresh and clean.
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PoochPads utilize a material called Microfine, a reusable fiber technology developed exclusively for
PoochPads. Microfine is a light-weight, extremely absorbent material that not only can absorb more than
4 times it weight (a large PoochPad absorbs about 48 oz. of fluid), it also holds on to liquids like a
magnet and traps it so it can not leak on to floors or other protected areas. And, it contains an
antimicrobial agent that inhibits the growth of the bacteria that cause the odor from urine so your house
smells fresh and clean.
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3) Which side is up?
The green vinyl side is the bottom and touches the floor. This prevents urine from soaking through to
floors and carpets. The printed side is the top. This is the absorbing side.
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The green vinyl side is the bottom and touches the floor. This prevents urine from soaking through to
floors and carpets. The printed side is the top. This is the absorbing side.
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There is no attractant on a PoochPad.
If you are paper-training your puppy, you can use either an artificial scent that you purchase at the pet
store, or just dab a paper towel into one of the puppy’s "accidents" and rub it on the PoochPad. Sit your
puppy on the pad and let him smell his urine and tell him it’s OK to go there.
If there is a problem spot on a carpet or floor, place your PoochPad over that area for protection.
PoochPads will not soak through.
Dogs would rather stand on a soft surface as opposed to a hard floor so a PoochPad on a tile or
linoleum floor is an ideal place to "go".
Older dogs seem to know the PoochPad is "their place to go."
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If you are paper-training your puppy, you can use either an artificial scent that you purchase at the pet
store, or just dab a paper towel into one of the puppy’s "accidents" and rub it on the PoochPad. Sit your
puppy on the pad and let him smell his urine and tell him it’s OK to go there.
If there is a problem spot on a carpet or floor, place your PoochPad over that area for protection.
PoochPads will not soak through.
Dogs would rather stand on a soft surface as opposed to a hard floor so a PoochPad on a tile or
linoleum floor is an ideal place to "go".
Older dogs seem to know the PoochPad is "their place to go."
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7) How does it stop odors?
Most odors are caused by bacteria. In urine, there is a bacteria that is normally present called Proteus.
When a dog urinates, these bacteria start to multiply and give off ammonia as a by-product. This
ammonia is what causes the strong urine smell you might notice in your home if your pooch has an
"accident", especially if its warm. PoochPads contain an antimicrobial agent as a permanent part of its
fibers and it will not wash out, even after 300 washes. This agent inhibits the growth of these bacteria so
your house stays smelling fresh.
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Most odors are caused by bacteria. In urine, there is a bacteria that is normally present called Proteus.
When a dog urinates, these bacteria start to multiply and give off ammonia as a by-product. This
ammonia is what causes the strong urine smell you might notice in your home if your pooch has an
"accident", especially if its warm. PoochPads contain an antimicrobial agent as a permanent part of its
fibers and it will not wash out, even after 300 washes. This agent inhibits the growth of these bacteria so
your house stays smelling fresh.
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8) I work all day and my dog is "home-alone". Even though he is house-broken, will he still use
PoochPads?
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PoochPads?
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9) Will it work for my older dog?
PoochPads are great for older dogs. They were actually invented by my older dog "Sassy" who can’t
seem to make it through the night and has "accidents" on her bed. I just put PoochPads in several
locations in our house so there is always one close by …just in case!
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PoochPads are great for older dogs. They were actually invented by my older dog "Sassy" who can’t
seem to make it through the night and has "accidents" on her bed. I just put PoochPads in several
locations in our house so there is always one close by …just in case!
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10) Will it hurt my washing machine?
Absolutely not! Just wash your PoochPad in warm to hot water with detergent and a small amount of
bleach and dry in the perma-press cycle in the dryer.
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Absolutely not! Just wash your PoochPad in warm to hot water with detergent and a small amount of
bleach and dry in the perma-press cycle in the dryer.
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11) How often do I need to wash it?
I wash my PoochPad after it’s used one time. However, PoochPads are so absorbent, they can actually
be left on the floor for a couple of days. The water content of urine evaporates so the pad is able to keep
absorbing fluid. And, they never smell because of the antimicrobial agent.
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I wash my PoochPad after it’s used one time. However, PoochPads are so absorbent, they can actually
be left on the floor for a couple of days. The water content of urine evaporates so the pad is able to keep
absorbing fluid. And, they never smell because of the antimicrobial agent.
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12) How long does it last?
A long time. You can probably wash your PoochPad at least 300 times. Maybe even more! This makes
PoochPads very easy on your pocketbook.
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A long time. You can probably wash your PoochPad at least 300 times. Maybe even more! This makes
PoochPads very easy on your pocketbook.
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14) What happens if my dog eats it?
To date, we have not had any reports of a pooch eating his PoochPad. However, PoochPads will not hurt
your pet if they eat it. All the materials in PoochPads are non-toxic and will not cause harm if ingested.
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To date, we have not had any reports of a pooch eating his PoochPad. However, PoochPads will not hurt
your pet if they eat it. All the materials in PoochPads are non-toxic and will not cause harm if ingested.
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15) Are there different sizes?
PoochPads are currently available in 5 sizes: Small 17" x 23"; Medium 20" x 27"; and Large 30" x 32".
They come in single packs and an economy 2-pak. At the request of dog breeders, we also make a 36" x
36" and a 48" x 48" PoochPad.
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PoochPads are currently available in 5 sizes: Small 17" x 23"; Medium 20" x 27"; and Large 30" x 32".
They come in single packs and an economy 2-pak. At the request of dog breeders, we also make a 36" x
36" and a 48" x 48" PoochPad.
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16) Will my veterinarian think this is a good idea?
Veterinarians love PoochPads. The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine uses PoochPads both in
small animal surgeries and in recovery to protect the animals. And, numerous veterinarians throughout
the United States use PoochPads in their daily practice.
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Veterinarians love PoochPads. The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine uses PoochPads both in
small animal surgeries and in recovery to protect the animals. And, numerous veterinarians throughout
the United States use PoochPads in their daily practice.
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