Incontinence

The Deluxe Absorbent Puppy Pads are aimed at toilet training and general floor protection rather than being worn, laid down in a crate, doorway or favourite spot to catch accidents while a puppy learns. For dogs who need something worn, the Simple Solution Disposable Diaper and Disposable Female Dog Nappies fit like a nappy and are changed as needed, while the Simple Solution Disposable Male Wrap is designed specifically for male dogs who mark or dribble urine, wrapping around rather than fitting like a full nappy.

Washable versions of these products are also available for owners managing a long-term or ongoing need, working out cheaper over time than disposables despite a higher upfront cost, and better suited to a dog who wears one regularly rather than occasionally.

Pads left on the floor suit accidents you can predict a location for — crate training, a whelping area, or a spot by the door during toilet training — but they don't help with a dog who wanders while having an accident. A worn product is the better option for an incontinent or recovering dog who moves around the house freely.

Male wraps are specifically for male dogs and won't contain a full accident the way a female nappy or diaper will, since they're designed around marking and dribbling rather than a full bladder release. Check which product actually matches what you're managing before buying.

Occasional accidents in a puppy who's still learning, or in an older dog with mild age-related leaking, are common and manageable with the right product. New or worsening incontinence in a previously reliable adult dog, however, can be a sign of a urinary infection, hormonal change, or other condition worth having checked by a vet rather than just managed with pads.

If you're using these products for an ongoing medical reason rather than training, it's worth asking your vet whether anything else could be done alongside them — incontinence in dogs is often manageable with the right diagnosis and treatment plan.