I bought these underpads primarily for my elderly cat who sometimes misses her litter box. At first glance, I was skeptical—they're thinner than expected and the size (17x24 inches) felt a bit cramped for my 12-pound cat. But hey, the price was right, so I gave them a shot.

On the first use, my cat had a *major* accident—think Niagara Falls. To my surprise, the pad held up! No leaks onto the hardwood floor, though I’ll admit I double-layered them just in case (a tip I picked up from other reviews). The absorbency isn’t instant—it takes a few seconds to lock in liquid—but once it does, the poly backing does its job. No soggy surprises underneath.

That said, these aren’t perfect. The thinness means they’re not ideal for heavy wetters or larger pets. My friend tried them for her Labrador puppy, and let’s just say… her mop got more action than the pads. Also, on slick surfaces like tile, they slide around unless you anchor them with a heavier pad or towel.

The real MVP feature? The edges. Unlike other pads where liquid sneaks under like a spy mission gone wrong, these actually contain spills *within* the border. Game-changer for messy pets or late-night accidents.

Verdict: Great for small pets or as a backup layer (3/5 stars). Bulk packaging is cost-effective, but manage expectations—these are budget pads, not premium armor.