06/03/2026
Here's a good yet crappy reminder:
The Scoop On Pet Waste
Pet waste is a subject that everyone likes to avoid, but it is more than just smelly and unpleasant – it can be a health risk to people and other pets, too. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, dog p**p classifies dog waste as a "nonpoint source pollutant," putting it in the same category as oil, pesticides, and toxic chemicals. Like human waste, animal waste may contain harmful bacteria and viruses, like f***l coliform or E. coli. When it rains, pet waste left on trails, sidewalks, and grassy areas can wash into the nearest waterway. Even if you can’t see signs of water near you, the waste can wash into storm drains in the street and then travel to our neighborhood lakes and wetlands.
What can you do?
Always carry p**p bags with you whenever you are out with your dog.
Pick it up every single time. Seriously!
Tie the bag closed and toss it in the garbage. Dog p**p cannot go in regular compost or yard waste bins. You can utilize dog waste specific composter
Do ensure pet waste is not directly used as fertilizer.
Pick up p**p in your yard weekly (more often is better and before a big rain).
Check with the City’s rules and pet waste ordinances on how to ensure our streets remain dog p**p free.
Please take a moment to properly dispose of your pet’s waste at home, and always bring supplies, like doggy bags, when you’re out and about. Every small action helps keep our local waters clean and healthy. Together, we can protect our lakes, rivers, and streams.