Artificial Grass Built For Life With Dogs

PU-backed grass for dogs, cats and high-traffic households. A PU (polyurethane) backing is less absorbent than traditional latex/SBR backing, which makes it better suited to dog urine and regular rinsing. Combined with good drainage and proper installation, it helps create a cleaner, easier-to-maintain lawn.

Is artificial grass safe for dogs?
Yes. Our Active range is non-toxic, lead-free and EN 71 safety certified — completely safe for dogs, cats and children to play on every day.
What is PU-backed artificial grass?
PU (polyurethane) backing is the layer bonded to the underside of the grass, holding the fibres in place. Compared with traditional latex/SBR backing it is less absorbent, so it retains less moisture — which is why we recommend it for dog areas that get rinsed regularly.
Is PU or latex backing better for dogs?
For dog areas, PU. Latex-backed grass is perfectly good general-purpose grass, but the backing absorbs more moisture. PU is the less absorbent option, so it is better suited to repeated wetting, dog urine and regular rinsing.
Does dog urine soak into artificial grass?
It does not soak into the fibres — urine passes through the drainage perforations and away. The difference is in the backing: latex can retain more moisture, while a PU backing absorbs less. What sits underneath matters just as much, because urine needs a free-draining sub-base to carry it away rather than hold it.
Will artificial grass smell of dog urine?
It can if urine is allowed to build up — no grass is immune to that. PU backing helps because it retains less moisture than latex, but the backing alone is not the whole answer. A fresh pet lawn comes from three things together: a less absorbent PU backing, a free-draining sub-base, and rinsing the area regularly. Get all three right and odour is not an issue.
Is there a completely non-absorbent artificial grass for dogs?
No backing is completely non-absorbent, and we would be cautious of anyone claiming otherwise. PU is the least absorbent backing we supply and the one we recommend for dogs, paired with good drainage underneath.
How do I clean it?
Pick up solids as normal, then hose down the area. For a deeper clean, use a diluted pet-safe disinfectant once a week. That is all it takes.
Can dogs dig through it?
The reinforced backing on the Active range is built to withstand pets. With a secure edge it resists digging, even from larger, more energetic dogs.
How long will it last?
Both Active products come with a 12-year warranty and, with basic care, can last 15-20 years — even under heavy pet use.

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