How can you reduce pet waste in your community and non Poo Free Parks? Unfortunately there are dog owners that are irresponsible and do not clean up after their pet. This is especially frustrating for property owners and park managers as they are held responsible for the open space. Doesn’t everyone deserve a Poo Free Parks?
Poo Free Parks make every community better. There are few things more frustrating that having to clean up after someone else’s pet or deal with the mess it creates.
For property managers there are a few things you can do to help curb the problem and help your community become a Poo Free Parks.
First, include in your newsletter any locations that might be a problem. If you are getting complaints or notice the same area it is probably a repeat offender and by identifying the area may encourage them to start cleaning up for fear of getting caught.
Most people don’t realize just how hazardous dog waste really is. It is important to educate people that not only is it a nuisance but it is also a biological hazard to those around them. Fecal matter from dogs can contain parasites that will make humans very sick. If the waste is not properly cleaned up and disposed of, eggs from those parasites can contaminate the soil and remain there with the ability to cause illness for years. Not only is a Poo Free Park more aesthetically pleasing, it is also more sanitary. If your property includes a fine for failing to clean up after your pet, this service helps to refresh everyone’s memory. If there are reminders of consequences more people are likely to clean up after their pet.
Having Poo Free Parks pet waste disposal stations at different locations where pets frequent can help to curb the problem. Poo Free Park’s baggy dispensers are convenient for pet owners to use. Sometimes even responsible pet owners forget or run out of baggies to use to clean up after their pet. Making Poo Free Parks disposal stations them readily available will help remind people to clean up their pet’s waste. It is important to keep the dispensers and receptacles well maintained to ensure continued use.
If there are enough residents to warrant the need, consider creating a dog park. It’s a good idea to have a separate space for dogs to place and eliminate waste away from where kids play in the grass and dirt. Having Poo Free Parks for kids to play is better for everyone.
Most people don’t realize just how hazardous dog waste really is. It is important to educate people that not only is it a nuisance but it is also a biological hazard to those around them. Fecal matter from dogs can contain parasites that will make humans very sick. If the waste is not properly cleaned up and disposed of, eggs from those parasites can contaminate the soil and remain there with the ability to cause illness for years. Not only is a Poo Free Park more aesthetically pleasing, it is also more sanitary. If your property includes a fine for failing to clean up after your pet, this service helps to refresh everyone’s memory. If there are reminders of consequences more people are likely to clean up after their pet.