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Best Ways to Help Control Dirty Diaper Odor
There’s no way around it – dirty diapers stink. Fortunately, there are a variety of measures that parents, caretakers and even daycare centers can take to help control odor. If unsavory smells have already inundated a home, choose one of the following methods and don’t forget to open a window, if possible, to help dispel…
Evidence Shows Pet Waste Stations Keep Communities Cleaner
South Florida is one of the areas of the country that have enacted laws and ordinances prohibiting people from leaving their dog’s feces where they’re dropped. Lawmakers understand that pet waste pollutes soil, waterways and has the potential to spread disease and parasites to people and other pets. Approximately 60 percent of dog owners pick…
How Many Pet Waste Stations does a Neighborhood Need?
Much will depend on how many dogs are in the neighborhood. A rough estimate for a residential district is 1 pet waste station per acre to start. For apartment buildings, the average is one pet waste station for every 50 to 80 units. There’s really no ideal number of pet waste stations as the number…
Gym Disinfectant Wipes Provide Peace of Mind
Gyms and fitness centers continue to utilize pre-emptive cleaning methods to fight the spread of bacteria, fungi and especially viruses. All three pathogens are easily transmitted and disinfectant wipes have become the method of choice for fighting them. The wipes provide an elevated level of cleanliness and peace of mind for gym and fitness center…
Are Toilet Seat Covers Effective
It depends on what individuals expect the paper covers to do. Disposable toilet seat covers are an effective layer of defense against germs in public bathrooms but not for preventing illnesses or the transmission of infectious diseases. It’s a good idea to pull out a toilet seat cover if the toilet doesn’t appear to have…
When Indoor Waste Stations Should be Considered
Most people are surprised to learn that there are indoor pet waste stations. These types of stations don’t contain a receptacle for disposing of pet feces, but they do provide a source of bags for individuals to pick up after their dogs. The bags can be disposed of in any outdoor waste receptacle. Indoor waste…
Why Use Dog Waste Pick Up Tools
From plastic bags to vacuums, dog owners are utilizing methods that don’t bring them into direct contact with their canine’s wastes. Those that pick up after their dog are to be commended. They’re helping to mitigate the spread of disease, illness, parasites, and helping to protect the environment. The following are some of the methods…
Should Playground Surfaces be Cleaned Routinely
Ask any parent and they’ll agree that once their children start school, they endure endless rounds of illnesses. Children don’t think about spreading bacteria, viruses or fungi. That’s a job best left to adults. The CDC and other health-related organizations and entities recommend that outdoor playground equipment at schools and public venues be regularly cleaned…
Are Hand Blow Dryers in Public Restrooms Sanitary
In the quest for sanitation in public bathrooms, technology may have taken a giant leap backward. According to a study published in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology in March 2021, high-speed hot air blow dryers for hands aren’t that sanitary. They can transfer bacteria, viruses and fungi to a person’s hands and clothing, increasing the…
How to Train a Puppy to Heel
There are basic commands that every puppy needs to learn to help keep them safe and provide a more enjoyable human-canine bond. Training should begin when the puppy is four months old. Consistency is the key to any type of training and individuals should expect the training to take some time. Puppies will make mistakes….