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The Key to a Cleaner, Healthier Whelping Environment

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As a veterinarian, I’ve spent many years helping breeders manage their programs to ensure the best possible health outcomes for their dogs and puppies. One of the key aspects of successful breeding is maintaining a clean, hygienic whelping environment.

“Maintaining a sanitary environment is crucial, especially during the early weeks of a puppy’s life when their immune systems are still developing.”

It’s not just about keeping things tidy—it’s about ensuring the health and well-being of both the puppies and their mothers. Infections, parasites, and even respiratory issues can all be exacerbated by an unsanitary environment.

That’s why I often recommend BrilliantPad Pro, the smart, self-cleaning dog potty designed specifically for the demanding environment in a whelping pen. I’ve had the opportunity to work with BrilliantPad, and it’s quickly become one of my favorite tools. It’s not just convenient; it’s an investment in the health of your puppies.

The Hygiene Factor: Keeping Puppies Clean and Healthy

First and foremost, BrilliantPad promotes better hygiene. By wrapping and sealing waste at the touch of a button, it keeps puppies away from messes that could expose them to harmful parasites or bacteria. Maintaining a sanitary environment is crucial, especially during the early weeks of a puppy’s life when their immune systems are still developing.

I can’t stress enough how valuable BrilliantPad is for preventing illnesses that arise from unsanitary conditions. Healthy puppies are happy puppies, and BrilliantPad plays a key role in keeping whelping environments clean and safe.

Saving Time, Reducing Stress

Let’s be honest—breeding is time-consuming. Between cleaning, feeding, veterinary check-ups, and managing customer inquiries, there’s not a lot of spare time. Cleaning whelping areas, in particular, can be a never-ending task.

“With the push of a button, BrilliantPad Pro automatically rolls up the soiled pad, replacing it with a clean one.”

BrilliantPad Pro offers a smart solution. With the push of a button, the system automatically rolls up the soiled pad, replacing it with a clean one. Breeders are saying that what used to take up to a half hour can now be done in just a few minutes each day. This not only saves you time but also reduces the stress associated with constant cleaning.

Monitoring Health with Poop AI™

You’ve probably heard me say more than once, every poop tells a story. We know that a dog’s waste can tell us a lot about their health. Changes in stool color, consistency, or frequency can be early indicators of underlying health issues.

I especially like BrilliantPad’s PoopAI™ technology that helps monitor the color and amount of urine and the character of feces, which can let you know if there’s any kind of health condition. For example, it can alert you to signs of dehydration or diarrhea—two common issues that are easy to overlook but can quickly become serious if not addressed. That’s the first alert that something is going on and gives a pet owner the chance to get early veterinary intervention.

A Head Start for Your Puppies

Potty training is one of the most challenging parts of raising a puppy. Many breeders I work with have told me that improper potty habits are a leading reason why dogs are returned to shelters. By introducing puppies to BrilliantPad from an early age, you’re not only making life easier for yourself but also giving your clients a head start on potty training.

“Many breeders I work with have told me that improper potty habits are a leading reason why dogs are returned to shelters.”

When puppies become accustomed to using BrilliantPad while they’re still in the whelping box, they’re set up for success when they go to their new homes. This can make the transition smoother, reduce accidents, and lower the stress on both the puppies and their new owners.

Potty training is a huge part of the bonding process between a puppy and its new family, and by helping them get a head start, you’re setting both the puppy and the new owners up for success.

A System Designed for the Pro Environment

BrilliantPad Pro is a more rugged version of BrilliantPad designed with breeders to stand up to the wear and tear in the breeding environment, and it comes with optional access so you can tailor it to your needs.

BrilliantPad Pro is available with an optional grate that keeps puppy paws out of poop and further protects the pad from curious dogs. And an optional ramp helps smaller puppy breeds access the pad more easily.

These accessories help breeders integrate BrilliantPad seamlessly into their whelping spaces, making it a versatile solution for litters of all sizes.

A Practical Tool for Every Breeder

BrilliantPad isn’t just a convenience—it’s a practical tool for improving your breeding program. Whether you’re raising small dogs or larger breeds, BrilliantPad can help streamline the cleaning process, promote hygiene, and reduce the stress associated with keeping your whelping environment clean.

If you’re curious about how BrilliantPad can fit into your program, I encourage you to try it. It’s a simple, effective way to give your puppies a healthier, cleaner start in life, and it’s a tool I’m proud to recommend to breeders across the country.

If you need have more questions about BrilliantPad or any of the accessories, call a Revival Animal Care Specialist at 800.786.4751.

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Written by: Marty Greer, DVM

Director of Veterinary Services

Marty Greer, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, has 40+ years’ experience in veterinary medicine, with special interests in canine reproduction and pediatrics. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University in 1981. She’s served as Revival’s Director of Veterinary Services since 2019. In 2023, Dr. Greer was named the Westminster Kennel Club Veterinarian of the Year.

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