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Last updated: October 22, 2026. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links below are affiliate links, which means this site may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability change, so check the current listing before you buy. Key takeaways A crate helps house training because most dogs avoid soiling the space where they sleep. It only works when the crate is the right size. Buy for the adult size and use a divider, so your puppy can stand, turn around and lie flat, but cannot pick a potty corner. Reviewers of the most popular wire crates praise quick setup, secure latches and fold-flat storage. Heavy-duty steel crates cost more and suit strong, escape-prone dogs. This guide is based on customer reviews and expert advice. We did not test the crates ourselves. A crate gives a puppy a safe, small den and gives you a way to manage mistakes when you cannot watch every second. Best Friends Animal Society says the crate can be a...

Last updated: October 22, 2026. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Some links below are affiliate links, which means this site may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability change, so check the current listing before you buy. Key takeaways Disposable pads are cheapest per pad and easy to swap. Washable pads cost more up front but suit seniors, car trips, hardwood floors and pups that shred paper. Reviews of the most popular pads agree on two things: size and absorbency matter more than brand, and thin pads fail when a pad stays down for many visits. Pads are a tool, not the goal. Most trainers still want you to move toward an outdoor spot or one consistent potty area over time. This guide is based on reading customer reviews on Amazon and advice from rescue organizations. We did not test the pads ourselves. New puppies pee a lot. Veterinary sites such as PetMD note that puppies under about eight weeks need a bathroom trip...