I trained Crystal to pee pads for these horrible cold Ohio winters especially in the morning. We both loved to walk so she would pee on her walks as well. We loved spring and fall since we could stay out as long as we wanted and visit with everyone. I always got mine at Walgreens in the dept where they sell Depends. The packs with 20 are lg. and you can cut in half but I usually was able to get the 40 in a pack for $7.99 sometimes $8.99. If you're in a warm climate I can see how it might not be as necessary but if you want to leave for a few hrs, their tiny bladders fill very fast and they feel more at ease that they have a correct place to relieve themselves. Good Luck if you go ahead with it. Joan |