The best puppy training pads to toilet train your pooch

Accessible, efficient and great value for money, we're kicking off our choices with these Amazon Basics Pet Training Pads which you can order right now. The packs come in different sizes, which you can select depending on how many puppies you have and how much you can afford. With five layers and high absorbency, these are a great first choice.

Customer review: "I bought a pack of these from a bargain shop, then I saw these on Amazon. These are just the same. They come in a simple clear plastic bag and work well. I place one in the puppy pen and one at the back door. The back door one usually gets played with instead of used but you never know he may use it (hopefully) soon. It makes cleaning the puppy pen in the morning so easy. Thank goodness for puppy pads."

Say hello to these lavender-scented Simple Solution Premium Dog and Puppy Training Pads which have six layers for full leakage protection and full absorbency. The InstaShield technology allows these pads to hold up to six cups of liquid and neutralise any stinky odours.

Customer review: "I’ve had these for over a month and I’m probably about halfway through them. They’re super absorbing and we’ve had no leaks through them, Our puppy is very small but he can do some big wees sometimes - highly recommend these for house training."

These multi-purpose OUT! Go Here Absorbent Dog and Puppy Pads work well with their moisture-lock technology and five-layered leak-proof protection. One of the best points is that they only use tissue and pulp from certified sustainable forests. Grab them in different size packs as well as an option with a pad holder.

Customer review: "Works really well, I have a French bulldog puppy. I have used a few brands of puppy pads and these seem to have the best attractant. They also are pretty durable, as my puppy is a bit dumb and chews on everything, so durability is a big plus."

If you're looking to cut down on your disposable waste, check out these PET MAGASIN reusable puppy pads that are machine washable with sustainability in mind. They don't cut back on absorption though, with odour control and prevention seams and the ability to hold up to four cups of liquid.

Customer review: "Super alternative for disposable paper training pads. My puppy prefers them to the carpets. 100 per cent absorbency, easy 30 minute quick wash, and they come back as new. I bought a set, and after a few days, time-ordered the second and recommend buying two sets! Great communication with the seller."

If you want to teach your dog to mess outside before they're allowed out, check out this reusable synthetic grass mat which encourages your pooch to poop outside and works as a toilet mat. Hompet Dog Toilet Indoor Puppy Training Pad also helps if you want them to mess in only one area. The mat is absorbent and non-toxic, and the dog wee goes into a waste tray making it extra efficient.

Customer review: "This is brilliant for indoor dog use or even outdoor so my dog learns to go in one spot and not all over the garden. The grass is non-toxic and easy to clean. Once cleaned it does not hold the smell. The wee goes down into a drawer that is easy to remove and wash after use. Good strong quality and made to last."

While puppy pads are cheap, they're not the most sustainable choice, taking hundreds of years to degrade in landfills. If you're looking for an eco-friendly puppy pad, you could try a real grass patch. Piddle Patch comes highly rated, is shipped directly to your home, and is grown in a water-resistant box that is suitable for indoor use. It's soil-free, so you won't end up with muddy paw prints all over your home and makes toilet training super easy if you want your dog to eventually go on grass. What's more, if you live in a flat and don't have your own green space, you can subscribe so that your pet always has a natural place to do its business.

Customer review: "5* absolute lifesaver. Our little pup struggled with the unsightly pee pads as we live in a 1st floor flat - she found them confusing and would often mess on the carpet or clothing. But not anymore, she took to Piddle Patch immediately and now we are accident-free. She gets very excited when a new one arrives and I really cannot recommend these highly enough."