Is Artificial Grass Soft Enough For Dogs? This is understandably a popular question surrounding artificial lawns. It’s natural to want to ensure your artificial lawn will be soft enough for your pets and children to play on, as well as being soft underneath your feet.

The answer to this question isn’t straightforward – it truly does vary.

It all depends on the artificial grass you have chosen. Artificial grasses have different tread depths, weights and feels to them. For example, in our K9 Turf range we do a 30mm tread depth and a 40mm tread depth, we have a deluxe option and a regular option.

We recommend you ‘try before you buy’ when it comes to artificial grass. Visit the company you are thinking of purchasing from and see if they have some samples you can look at and touch.

Remember to keep in mind that although you may be drawn to an artificial grass due to its softness, this isn’t the be all end all when it comes to artificial grass. If you have pets, it is key to make sure the artificial grass you purchase is pet friendly and child friendly if you have children. So, don’t just feel some product samples, ask the manufacturer questions, read their brochures, look at install photos and check out their reviews online. Only then can you make a well-informed decision on which artificial grass is right for you and your space.

It is also a good idea to regularly maintain your artificial lawn after installation by brushing it every 1-2 months and cleaning it using artificial lawn cleaner. Alternatively, some companies offer maintenance services where they will do this work for you. Here at K9 Turf, our annual maintenance service includes a weed spray out, deep clean, mechanical brush, condition and infill. This results in your artificial lawn not only looking the best it can look, but it also maintains its quality and feel.

Overall, there is no straightforward answer to ‘is artificial grass soft’. Some artificial grasses are whereas others are not. But as mentioned, this should not be the only factor you’re thinking of when purchasing artificial grass.