Is your entire yard your dog’s potty area? <\/p>\n
How’s that working out?<\/p>\n
If good – then no need to continue reading. <\/p>\n
But if you’re having issues such as unsightly landscape, accidentally “poop-steppin'”, garden trampling, etc, then it may be time to consider having a doggy potty area.<\/p>\n
A separate area for your dog to go to the bathroom comes with numerous benefits for pet owners and dogs alike.<\/p>\n
Even better, separate dog potty areas can still look like an attractive space through a careful choice of materials.<\/p>\n
Your dog will know not to do their business on your hydrangeas, and you’ll be able to clean it in record time. <\/p>\n
With this in mind, read on to learn how to build the perfect doggy potty area for your pooch to poo with ease! <\/p>\n
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Benefits of a Dog Potty Area<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\nYou may be wondering why it’s important to build a separate doggy potty\u2013 especially if you already have a large yard for them to use.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\nFrom potty training puppies, to making it easier for humans to navigate their own yard, here are a few benefits of a doggy potty area you should know:<\/p>\n
Curb Appeal<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nSimply put, dog poop in your front yard does not have a great look. Some HOA’s even prohibit dog poo from being visible from the street.<\/p>\n
Having a dog potty area either on the side or back of the house can easily solve this dilemma. <\/p>\n
Less Contamination<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you have children that love playing outside, you know that they’ll inevitably track dirt and debris inside.<\/p>\n
Even if you’re careful about cleaning up after your dog, they’ll inevitably encounter feces during their playtime if you allow your dog to do your business unchecked in your yard.<\/p>\n
These particles can easily be tracked inside on the bottoms of shoes. Although some may argue that being exposed to a lot of bacteria will strengthen you immune system – being exposed to contaminated feces can cause illness.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n![\"dog](\"https:\/\/myfirstshiba.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/4578-Royalty-Free-RF-Clipart-Illustration-Stinky-Pile-Of-Poop-With-Two-Flies_reduced-1.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/span><\/p>\nCleaning is Much Easier<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n <\/span><\/h3>\nThis is especially true if you have a large yard. A separate area for your dog to use the bathroom is a smaller, enclosed space, making it much easier to clean over time.<\/span><\/p>\nYou can even store a scooper and a trash bin in this enclosed area so the smell doesn’t spread across your entire yard.<\/span><\/p>\nA separate dog potty area is just convenient. You won’t have to carefully tiptoe through your yard as if you’re trying to avoid landmines every time you just want to enjoy some fresh air.<\/span><\/p>\nYou also don’t have to spend as much time carefully searching for each smelly bomb. <\/span><\/p>\nEasier To Potty Train<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n <\/h3>\n
Last but not least, a dog potty area makes it easier to potty train puppies<\/a>. Many trainers recommend<\/a> choosing one spot for your dog to do their business so they can build strong associations in their minds.<\/p>\n![\"how](\"https:\/\/myfirstshiba.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/puppy_potty_train-copy.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/a><\/span><\/p>\nSome puppies are more anxious than others<\/a>, so an enclosed space that’s away from foot traffic will make them feel more comfortable and safe to go. <\/p>\nHow To Build The Perfect Dog Potty Area<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\nSizing is IMPORTANT:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\nChoose The Size<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nFirst, consider how much yard you have to work with. Generally, it’s best to allot as much space as you can spare to give your dog ample room to sniff and choose a good spot. <\/span><\/p>\nA good rule of them is to start with an eight-foot length and width area for a medium-sized dog. Mark this out with stakes in the area of your yard that you’re considering and see how it looks. <\/span><\/p>\nDon’t Forget Drainage<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nIt’s important to plan for drainage before settling on a potty area. Consider where water run-off could overflow to. You wouldn’t want any run-off to flow to trafficked areas.<\/p>\n
Determine The Material<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nChoosing the right type of material is important. It’s best to choose a material that your dog prefers.<\/span><\/p>\nMost dogs like natural materials like grass over synthetic materials like artificial grass, however it’s best to have a fairly large size potty area when choosing grass.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"happy](\"https:\/\/myfirstshiba.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Depositphotos_264985724_xl-2015-1.jpg\" "\\"\\"")
<\/span><\/p>\nGrass is also the best easiest option if you already have a yard full of grass, but you’ll need to remember that your dog will be going to the bathroom in the same area for years to come. This will cause the grass to yellow and die, so it will need to be maintained and re-sodded regularly. <\/p>\n
Other materials to consider: <\/p>\n
\n- Artificial grass<\/li>\n
- Gravel or pea gravel<\/li>\n
- Smooth rocks<\/li>\n
- Mulch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mulch is the easiest alternative<\/span><\/a> option because it’s cheap, looks nice, and feels good beneath your dog’s feet.<\/span><\/p>\nGravel or rocks look nice, but you’ll need to ensure that your dog isn’t prone to playing with the rocks and it doesn’t bother their feet. <\/span><\/p>\nArtificial grass can be the nicest looking option if it’s installed correctly. However some dogs may not like “going” on artificial grass. It will also need to be cleaned regularly since it won’t absorb their urine. <\/span><\/p>\nCreate The Barrier<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nNow that you’ve decided on the size of the area as well as the material you’ll use, your next choice is the physical barrier for containing your dog.<\/span><\/p>\nPay attention to the physical features of your current yard space and try to incorporate some of the elements into the design of the dog potty area.<\/span><\/p>\nFor instance, if you notice that you’ve used cedar for your raised garden beds as well as your porch furniture, keep up with the theme by using a similar cedar set-up for the barrier.<\/span><\/p>\nRemember the potty area doesn’t necessarily have to contain your dog. It just has to have a visible border between their bathroom area and the rest of your yard.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h4>\nIndoor Dog Potty Areas<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n View this post on Instagram <\/a><\/p>\n
From potty training puppies, to making it easier for humans to navigate their own yard, here are a few benefits of a doggy potty area you should know:<\/p>\n
Curb Appeal<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nSimply put, dog poop in your front yard does not have a great look. Some HOA’s even prohibit dog poo from being visible from the street.<\/p>\n
Having a dog potty area either on the side or back of the house can easily solve this dilemma. <\/p>\n
Less Contamination<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nIf you have children that love playing outside, you know that they’ll inevitably track dirt and debris inside.<\/p>\n
Even if you’re careful about cleaning up after your dog, they’ll inevitably encounter feces during their playtime if you allow your dog to do your business unchecked in your yard.<\/p>\n
These particles can easily be tracked inside on the bottoms of shoes. Although some may argue that being exposed to a lot of bacteria will strengthen you immune system – being exposed to contaminated feces can cause illness.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\nCleaning is Much Easier<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n <\/span><\/h3>\nThis is especially true if you have a large yard. A separate area for your dog to use the bathroom is a smaller, enclosed space, making it much easier to clean over time.<\/span><\/p>\nYou can even store a scooper and a trash bin in this enclosed area so the smell doesn’t spread across your entire yard.<\/span><\/p>\nA separate dog potty area is just convenient. You won’t have to carefully tiptoe through your yard as if you’re trying to avoid landmines every time you just want to enjoy some fresh air.<\/span><\/p>\nYou also don’t have to spend as much time carefully searching for each smelly bomb. <\/span><\/p>\nEasier To Potty Train<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n <\/h3>\n
Last but not least, a dog potty area makes it easier to potty train puppies<\/a>. Many trainers recommend<\/a> choosing one spot for your dog to do their business so they can build strong associations in their minds.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/span><\/p>\nSome puppies are more anxious than others<\/a>, so an enclosed space that’s away from foot traffic will make them feel more comfortable and safe to go. <\/p>\nHow To Build The Perfect Dog Potty Area<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\nSizing is IMPORTANT:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\nChoose The Size<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nFirst, consider how much yard you have to work with. Generally, it’s best to allot as much space as you can spare to give your dog ample room to sniff and choose a good spot. <\/span><\/p>\nA good rule of them is to start with an eight-foot length and width area for a medium-sized dog. Mark this out with stakes in the area of your yard that you’re considering and see how it looks. <\/span><\/p>\nDon’t Forget Drainage<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nIt’s important to plan for drainage before settling on a potty area. Consider where water run-off could overflow to. You wouldn’t want any run-off to flow to trafficked areas.<\/p>\n
Determine The Material<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nChoosing the right type of material is important. It’s best to choose a material that your dog prefers.<\/span><\/p>\nMost dogs like natural materials like grass over synthetic materials like artificial grass, however it’s best to have a fairly large size potty area when choosing grass.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\nGrass is also the best easiest option if you already have a yard full of grass, but you’ll need to remember that your dog will be going to the bathroom in the same area for years to come. This will cause the grass to yellow and die, so it will need to be maintained and re-sodded regularly. <\/p>\n
Other materials to consider: <\/p>\n
\n- Artificial grass<\/li>\n
- Gravel or pea gravel<\/li>\n
- Smooth rocks<\/li>\n
- Mulch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Mulch is the easiest alternative<\/span><\/a> option because it’s cheap, looks nice, and feels good beneath your dog’s feet.<\/span><\/p>\nGravel or rocks look nice, but you’ll need to ensure that your dog isn’t prone to playing with the rocks and it doesn’t bother their feet. <\/span><\/p>\nArtificial grass can be the nicest looking option if it’s installed correctly. However some dogs may not like “going” on artificial grass. It will also need to be cleaned regularly since it won’t absorb their urine. <\/span><\/p>\nCreate The Barrier<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\nNow that you’ve decided on the size of the area as well as the material you’ll use, your next choice is the physical barrier for containing your dog.<\/span><\/p>\nPay attention to the physical features of your current yard space and try to incorporate some of the elements into the design of the dog potty area.<\/span><\/p>\nFor instance, if you notice that you’ve used cedar for your raised garden beds as well as your porch furniture, keep up with the theme by using a similar cedar set-up for the barrier.<\/span><\/p>\nRemember the potty area doesn’t necessarily have to contain your dog. It just has to have a visible border between their bathroom area and the rest of your yard.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/h4>\nIndoor Dog Potty Areas<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/h2>\n View this post on Instagram <\/a><\/p>\n
If you have children that love playing outside, you know that they’ll inevitably track dirt and debris inside.<\/p>\n
Even if you’re careful about cleaning up after your dog, they’ll inevitably encounter feces during their playtime if you allow your dog to do your business unchecked in your yard.<\/p>\n
These particles can easily be tracked inside on the bottoms of shoes. Although some may argue that being exposed to a lot of bacteria will strengthen you immune system – being exposed to contaminated feces can cause illness.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n This is especially true if you have a large yard. A separate area for your dog to use the bathroom is a smaller, enclosed space, making it much easier to clean over time.<\/span><\/p>\n You can even store a scooper and a trash bin in this enclosed area so the smell doesn’t spread across your entire yard.<\/span><\/p>\n A separate dog potty area is just convenient. You won’t have to carefully tiptoe through your yard as if you’re trying to avoid landmines every time you just want to enjoy some fresh air.<\/span><\/p>\n You also don’t have to spend as much time carefully searching for each smelly bomb. <\/span><\/p>\n Last but not least, a dog potty area makes it easier to potty train puppies<\/a>. Many trainers recommend<\/a> choosing one spot for your dog to do their business so they can build strong associations in their minds.<\/p>\n Some puppies are more anxious than others<\/a>, so an enclosed space that’s away from foot traffic will make them feel more comfortable and safe to go. <\/p>\n Sizing is IMPORTANT:<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n First, consider how much yard you have to work with. Generally, it’s best to allot as much space as you can spare to give your dog ample room to sniff and choose a good spot. <\/span><\/p>\n A good rule of them is to start with an eight-foot length and width area for a medium-sized dog. Mark this out with stakes in the area of your yard that you’re considering and see how it looks. <\/span><\/p>\n It’s important to plan for drainage before settling on a potty area. Consider where water run-off could overflow to. You wouldn’t want any run-off to flow to trafficked areas.<\/p>\n Choosing the right type of material is important. It’s best to choose a material that your dog prefers.<\/span><\/p>\n Most dogs like natural materials like grass over synthetic materials like artificial grass, however it’s best to have a fairly large size potty area when choosing grass.<\/span><\/p>\n Grass is also the best easiest option if you already have a yard full of grass, but you’ll need to remember that your dog will be going to the bathroom in the same area for years to come. This will cause the grass to yellow and die, so it will need to be maintained and re-sodded regularly. <\/p>\n Other materials to consider: <\/p>\n Mulch is the easiest alternative<\/span><\/a> option because it’s cheap, looks nice, and feels good beneath your dog’s feet.<\/span><\/p>\n Gravel or rocks look nice, but you’ll need to ensure that your dog isn’t prone to playing with the rocks and it doesn’t bother their feet. <\/span><\/p>\n Artificial grass can be the nicest looking option if it’s installed correctly. However some dogs may not like “going” on artificial grass. It will also need to be cleaned regularly since it won’t absorb their urine. <\/span><\/p>\n Now that you’ve decided on the size of the area as well as the material you’ll use, your next choice is the physical barrier for containing your dog.<\/span><\/p>\n Pay attention to the physical features of your current yard space and try to incorporate some of the elements into the design of the dog potty area.<\/span><\/p>\n For instance, if you notice that you’ve used cedar for your raised garden beds as well as your porch furniture, keep up with the theme by using a similar cedar set-up for the barrier.<\/span><\/p>\n Remember the potty area doesn’t necessarily have to contain your dog. It just has to have a visible border between their bathroom area and the rest of your yard.<\/span><\/p>\n View this post on Instagram <\/a><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\nCleaning is Much Easier<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Easier To Potty Train<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n
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<\/a><\/span><\/p>\nHow To Build The Perfect Dog Potty Area<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Choose The Size<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
Don’t Forget Drainage<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
Determine The Material<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Create The Barrier<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n
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Indoor Dog Potty Areas<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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