We have a dog ready to have puppies. Would this pool work to contain them safely for the first 4 wks or so or does it require water to hold up sides?
1177254
This worked great to keep our three pound poodle in for years, he had a medical condition and he could not get out. He walked in circles and would run into things so this kept him safe. No you do not need water to hold up sides. It is built very sturdy and holds up perfectly. It will hold up great for pups and the mother, according to her size should be able to get in and out easily. It keeps your floors from any mess.
1177255
No it didn't require water to hold the sides up...I only put maybe 2 inches of water in the bottom so my bulldog could cool off....you will want to air it out though for about a week or rinse it out really well because it has that fresh plastic smell out of the bag and my dog didn't like the smell.
1177256
The sides have a stiffener inside them and the pool will stand-up on it's own without water inside it. The sides are segmented and fold together something like a map or fan to allow the pool to be collapsed for storage.
725553
No. It will seep out the side. You need a diaper cover for each insert. And you'll likely need 2 inserts to keep the cover from getting super wet.
1627864
Hi -- I didn't get the optional drain, I would just tip it over to drain it. I run a foster based dog rescue & I got this for the dogs to play in. I had kiddie pools & they chewed & destroyed them. They tried to chew this also but were not successful in ruining it -- but I assure you it was not for lack of trying. Last summer I had 10 large Chessie/Lab pups & one young Great Pyrenees & on those very hot summer days this was great for my water hounds.
474320
We just bought & set up this pool primarily for the dog. She is about 45 pounds. We set up a ramp for her to get in, attached a small wood platform at the top, and have a ramp going down into the water. The inside ramp is set on a small plastic overturned washtub on the pool bottom. The set up is no problem for her! Her nails have not caused any problems either. She loves her pool! We do too :)
1108179
The pool I have is an above ground with hard sides. It did not do any damage or snag the liner of the pool. The piece of equipment has rounded edges and wheels that help it glide around the sides or the pool with ease.
1680027
Depending how close to the edge they push Down on. If our dog steps on the edge it will dump. Unless it flips all the way over water stays in on edge
1613597
The liner itself will not let water pass through it, but it will not stop the water from going around it if your dog happens to have enough water on them to leave a puddle.
1678282
I have to be honest here...I've thought about buying another one just for the dog, but I think it would be a complete nightmare! It might hold enough water for both. But, thinking about my dog, I change her water regularly and even more in the summer or just needs changing because she's a dog! My newer puppy is about 60 pounds, but I've seen her with her doggie daycare buddies, and it's a mess. I can't imagine unhooking it, cleaning it, plugging it back in, etc., multiple times during the day. And, cleaning and changing the filter(and that could get expensive), I wouln't. Sorry, I hope that helps! Good luck! I have to be honest here...I've thought about buying another one just for the dog, but I think it would be a complete nightmare! It might hold enough water for both. But, thinking about my dog, I change her water regularly and even more in the summer or just needs changing because she's a dog! My newer puppy is about 60 pounds, but I've seen her with her doggie daycare buddies, and it's a mess. I can't imagine unhooking it, cleaning it, plugging it back in, etc., multiple times during the day. And, cleaning and changing the filter(and that could get expensive), I wouln't. Sorry, I hope that... » Read More I have to be honest here...I've thought about buying another one just for the dog, but I think it would be a complete nightmare! It might hold enough water for both. But, thinking about my dog, I change her water regularly and even more in the summer or just needs changing because she's a dog! My newer puppy is about 60 pounds, but I've seen her with her doggie daycare buddies, and it's a mess. I can't imagine unhooking it, cleaning it, plugging it back in, etc., multiple times during the day. And, cleaning and changing the filter(and that could get expensive), I wouln't. Sorry, I hope that helps! Good luck! « Show Less
917180
You don't fill it like a tub. It is meant to contain the dog at a comfortable height while you hose him. It really is a great product, well made and durable. Makes bathing the dog very easy. Even has a built-in collar to hold the dog. THe water drains continuously from a hose in the bottom.
904425
I'd say its not really a pool...its probably about 18 inches high maybe; it would be a pool for puppies or a small dog, maybe you could use it to wash a larger dog but it's not as big as you would think. Hope that helps! It looks more like a water trough you'd use to give animals (like farm animals) water or something...
1421692
I think it should work well! I've not gotten the liner itself wet before but it is seriously grippy. Your pup should be fine!
1802455
It gets totally wet. The bottom is mesh. It doesn't tip or collapse though! I have a 65 pound boxer and we can't keep him off of it!
1716035
It's impossible to get them in and out even if it would withstand the paws, which it won't. Even birds landing on it can puncture the outer ring that holds all the water in place. I tried carrying mine in and out with life jackets on to swim with me, but almost dropped them since the ladder is difficult. I had a neighbor whose dog climbed up the ladder when it was left in the pool and the dog died. There was no way for it to get back out, so it swam until it drowned. That can happen with any type of pool so please take care and watch your pets. Mine are happiest playing in plastic kiddie pools that I can just refill each day without the cost or worry of pool chemicals. It's impossible to get them in and out even if it would withstand the paws, which it won't. Even birds landing on it can puncture the outer ring that holds all the water in place. I tried carrying mine in and out with life jackets on to swim with me, but almost dropped them since the ladder is difficult. I had a neighbor whose dog climbed up the ladder when it was left in the pool and the dog died. There was no way for it to get back out, so it swam until it drowned. That can happen with any type of pool so please take care and watch your pets. Mine are happiest playing in plastic kiddie... » Read More It's impossible to get them in and out even if it would withstand the paws, which it won't. Even birds landing on it can puncture the outer ring that holds all the water in place. I tried carrying mine in and out with life jackets on to swim with me, but almost dropped them since the ladder is difficult. I had a neighbor whose dog climbed up the ladder when it was left in the pool and the dog died. There was no way for it to get back out, so it swam until it drowned. That can happen with any type of pool so please take care and watch your pets. Mine are happiest playing in plastic kiddie pools that I can just refill each day without the cost or worry of pool chemicals. « Show Less
1019247
Yes, I think so. It is definitely a small dog pool though. I have an Eskie miniature and she loves it. I only put a few inches of water in the pool for her to play in.
1716031
It's impossible to get them in and out even if it would withstand the paws, which it won't. Even birds landing on it can puncture the outer ring that holds all the water in place. I tried carrying mine in and out with life jackets on to swim with me, but almost dropped them since the ladder is difficult. I had a neighbor whose dog climbed up the ladder when it was left in the pool and the dog died. There was no way for it to get back out, so it swam until it drowned. That can happen with any type of pool so please take care and watch your pets. Mine are happiest playing in plastic kiddie pools that I can just refill each day without the cost or worry of pool chemicals.
1331320
Seems to be pretty secure from the water. Ours seems to be staying pretty dry but I wouldn't risk it if there is something that absolutely can not get wet. I would still keep that inside or in plastic bins in the shed.
1190966
It is fairly shallow so the dog could reach it. Or the dog can stand on top of it to drink, too. It is pretty solid, so I would say, yes. Water would last a long time, too, with a toy breed. When the water well fills, it wont be so deep so if the dog should trip or fall it wont go far down.