Put a crate mat or
other absorbent material on the bottom of the crate and give your dog chew toys (preferably non-squeaky) to keep him from getting bored.
Using maxi pads and
other absorbent materials will help catch the blood, but the products need to be weighed carefully to help prevent irritation on your skin and keep you comfortable.
My receiving blankets have yet to stink, unlike my fitted diapers, my AIO, or any of
my other absorbent materials.
Still, the machines could be more environmentally friendly than new types of soaps or
other absorbent material.
There is no carpeting or
other absorbent materials that collect dirt and hair and therefore nothing that's going to get stinky.
The entire floor of the room should be covered with newspaper or
some other absorbent material, and the paper should be changed every time it is soiled.