Dog Urination Issues &
Best Dog Incontinence Products

Dog incontinence products – the good ones, that is – can effectively curb your dog’s urinary problems.   

• What constitutes an “incontinence” problem in the first place?
• Is there more than one type of product out there?
• Which products are best?

Good questions…

What is Dog Incontinence?

Dogs hold their urine in their bladder, and when they urinate that urine then passes through a small tube called the urethra… sound familiar? 

Yes, their systems work exactly the same as ours do. And for most dogs, the system works great and allows them to hold their urine for up to eight hours at a time. 

When a dog is suffering from urinary incontinence, they will experience involuntary or uncontrollable leaking of urine from the bladder.

Often times, this leaking occurs when the dog is sleeping or resting, and it is quite common to see the dog licking the vulva or penile opening. The leaking can happen at any time of the day, but is more common during resting hours.

Aging dogs, dogs with hormone problems, spayed or neutered dogs or dogs suffering from disease can also be more susceptible.

Dogs who suffer from urinary incontinence often experience secondary problems such as…

• Bladder infections - Urinary incontinence can cause bladder infections in dogs because of the more lax opening of the bladder.  It allows more bacteria to migrate up the urethra and colonize in the bladder.

• Urine scalding - If your dog’s incontinence is not treated, the urine leakage can sit on the skin and cause irritation or damage.

Treatments for dog urinary incontinence vary depending on the individual dog and the cause of the incontinence.

Unfortunately, you may have to treat the incontinence along with the secondary problem, but thankfully there are many safe natural products to help with this process.

Effective Dog Incontinence Products

There are several effective dog incontinence products on the market to make life easier for you and your dog. 

They come in five categories.  The first four help with accidents and the last one is made to specifically improve the condition…

• Protective dog diapers
• Training pads as an alternative to diapers
• Dog beds made for incontinent dogs
• Dog urine cleaning products for accidents
• Herbal supplements to promote bladder health

Protective Dog Diapers

Dog diapers are a great option when your dog’s incontinence is not strictly a nighttime problem.  If your dog is having daily accidents in the house, this is definitely your best option alongside effective herbal supplements.

If your dog has never worn a dog diaper or any type of doggie clothing, it may be a struggle at first to keep the diaper in place.  Certain dogs take to the diaper with no problem at all, while others will try anything to get it off their rear end. 

It may take persistence (and dog treats!), but in due time, your dog will most likely get used to the feeling of the diaper.

Cloth diapers are the eco-friendly option and can actually be much more comfortable than their plastic disposable counterparts.

We like the SnuggEase Protective Dog Diapers because they are extremely easy to use and don’t require the purchase of extra pads.  Here are the features:

• Ultra-absorbent inner pad - Stops moisture, away from the skin. Prevents urine scalding.
• Flow-through inner skin - Mesh wicks moisture away into the safety of the inner pad.
• Leak resistant nylon encasing shell.
• Two Velcro wings to ensure snug fit over the spine.
• Adjustable valve prevents waste from escaping and anchors the pant.
• Cinch Lock - Locks waste in, secures pant on even the most active of dogs.
• Sturdy, stain resistant, washable, outer-shell.

Dog Training Pads as an Alternative to Diapers

If your dog’s urinary incontinence is still somewhat under control and your dog is responsive to training, then training pads are a good option.

Consider placing them near the door where your dog (hopefully) asks to go out and close to their favorite resting place.  You may also want to get your dog comfortable with the pads by placing them outside on the grass and encouraging your dog to use them there.

Not all training pads are considered equal.   Try to go with a biodegradable option and look for scented pads that encourage dogs to urinate on them.

DogBeds for Incontinent Dogs

Nighttime is a major problem for most dogs with urinary incontinence.  It is not safe or sanitary for a dog to sleep on a wet, urine filled surface, nor is it probable that you will wake up in the middle of the night to clean the dogs’ bed.

That leaves very few options to help promote the dog’s health and your sanity, but thankfully there is a great option out there for you both!

The SleePee Time Bed from Handicappedpets.com was developed and designed to fit the needs of incontinent dogs while they sleep.  It’s a unique, patented product that provides comfort and protection for your dog, and we absolutely love it!

In the words of the dog incontinence products manufacturer, here’s how the system works:

Well done SleePee-Time!

The price for the SleePee Time Bed is $119, but according to dog owners who currently use it, “It’s the best thing since sliced bread!”

Dog Urine Cleaning Products for Accidents

When it comes to dog urine cleaning products, there are lots of great, natural options for your home, carpet and dog...

1. Home - One of our favorite natural stain and odor removers is Natumate Pet Stain & Odor Remover.  It’s proven effective at removing urine, vomit, blood and food stains from your carpet, upholstery and even laundry and is safe for you, your pet and the environment.

2. Carpet - For serious stain and odor removal we recommend Get Serious! Pet Stain, Odor and Pheromone Extractor, an extremely safe yet hard working odor and stain remover that users say will get rid of those old yellow spots you thought were a permanent addition to your carpet.
   
   It utilizes bubbles that work their way down to the deep padding underneath the carpet, completely getting rid of the odor detectable to the dog. It’s non-enzyme, nontoxic and biodegradable.

3. Your Dog - Since your dog may be experiencing excessive urination due to incontinence, it is a good idea to keep the vulva or penile opening and the surrounding skin as clean as possible to prevent urine scalding.
   
   Natural pet wipes like those from Earth Friendly are great to use between baths and to prevent any unsanitary build-up on the coat or skin.

Herbal Supplements to Promote Bladder Health

The best natural herbal remedy that we have found is called UTI-Free.  It serves as both an elixir that improves the condition short term as well as having the longer term benefit of maintaining urinary tract and bladder health and a healthy flow of urine.

It also promotes the healthy functioning of your dog's immune system.

The active ingredients include:

• Arctostaphylos uva ursi - a well known urinary tonic, helping to maintain normal pH levels in the urinary tract. This herb contains the glycoside arbutin as the main active constituent.
• Berberis vulgaris - a widely studied herb which contains berberine as a main constituent, and is well known for its restorative effect on the bladder and urinary tract. Berberis also helps to support healthy immune system functioning. 
• Cantharis - often recommended for its ability to maintain a healthy flow of urine and soothe the bladder.
• Staphysagris - a proven natural remedy also recommended for urogenital health and as a well known prostate tonic.

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