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Best Artificial Turf For Dogs – Synthetic Grass Comparison

describe the imageHomeowners love their pets but hate the thought of them being tied up on a chain, or left outside to roam unattended while they do their business. This is why many dog owners are choosing to install fenced in dog runs with artificial turf. Not only do the pets get to run free without being tethered to a bulky chain, then can do their business without harming the lawn.

Features That Are Best for Dogs

Professionals who work with animals on a regular basis say that the best artificial turf for dogs has a pile height of approximately 1 to 1.25 inches. The denseness of the grass is called the “face weight”. This is normally determined by how much material is used when the artificial grass is manufactured. For dogs, the face weight of the turf isn't normally considered a factor. It makes sense to choose a turf that has a lower face weight for a dog run for the simple fact that it is less expensive. The turf itself will be coarser and not as soft, but your pet's primary concern is being able to move about freely without being hindered by obstacles.

Artificial grass with a lower face weight may wear a little quicker than a denser product, but the lower cost of the lighter weight turf will make it more cost effective. In the long run, if the turf does need to be repaired or replaced, it will still cost less than spending double or triple the amount on the more expensive denser grade of grass. All in all, the best artificial turf for dogs will be the one they can play on, roll in and do what comes naturally without fear of getting hit by a car or running off and getting lost.

Cleaning/Maintenance

The best artificial turf for dogs already has some major benefits, solely for the fact that it is synthetic. A few of these benefits include:

  • No mowing

  • No trimming

  • No pulling weeds

  • No re-seeding

  • No fertilizing

  • No daily watering

  • The turf is green year round

  • No discoloration due to animal waste

While the dog may not worry about what happens after they use the bathroom, most homeowners do. The last thing a person wants to do is go out into their yard and smell animal waste or accidentally step in it. If the animal is only allowed to relieve itself within the run, the best way to get rid of the evidence is to use a pooper-scooper and remove the larger pieces and then rinse the dog run with a steady stream of water for a few minutes.

Spraying the dog run down on a regular bases will wash away any debris that was missed during the regular clean up. The best artificial turf for dogs is one that has a loosely woven backing. This allows debris and waste to filter through the mesh backing and be absorbed into the ground. It also helps to control odors.

Most artificial turf is manufactured to be extremely hygienic. Silver ions leech out of the artificial turf and help to control odors. It also helps to reduce bacteria that can build up in and around areas where animal waste collects. While this occurs with most types of synthetic grass, it is always a good idea to ask questions before you buy a specific product. Each type of turf is different and will produce different results once it is installed. As the artificial grass begins to wear out, it may not control pet odors as effectively. It may also begin to get thin in areas where the dog plays or runs the most.

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