Posts Tagged ‘neighborhood pet waste stations’
Top Safety Tips for Your Dog Park
Taking your canine to a dog park can be a joyous bonding experience for you both – but safety should always be uppermost in your mind. The following tips can help ensure that everyone, both humans and canines remain safe. Pre-Park Check List Dogs can quickly become overheated in South Florida’s hot and humid climate…
Read MoreWhere to Buy Pet Waste Stations
Pet waste stations are providing a clean and eco-friendly solution to the ever-increasing problem of dog waste in cities around the globe. Municipalities have a variety of resources for purchasing the equipment. Pet waste stations are economical, efficient, and are available in different sizes to accommodate the needs of different locales. The following are just…
Read MoreChallenge Your Dog with Exercise
Dogs need physical exercise and mental stimulation. Pet parents can challenge their four=footed friends with exercise in the form of walks and playtime. Playing with your canine is an excellent bonding experience that’s beneficial for you both. When dogs don’t receive enough mental or physical activity, they become bored and can acquire destructive behaviors. Keep…
Read MoreOutdoor Amenities That Make Neighborhoods More Desirable
When people think of moving into a new neighborhood, there’s a range of amenities they seek that support their lifestyle. Individuals want a clean neighborhood and that takes on even more importance if they have children or pets. Modern buyers and renters are seeking areas that are within easy walking distance of the things they…
Read MoreHypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Dogs rank No. 1 as the most popular pets in the U.S. and while many people want a dog, they’re reluctant to adopt because they demonstrate allergy symptoms when around a canine. According to the American Kennel Club, approximately 10 percent of the population is allergic to dog hair and dander. There are a number…
Read MoreCan Dogs be Trained to Use a Litter Box
Anyone with a dog has walked into their home to find that their canine has had an accident. Dogs that drink a lot and smaller breeds can’t go as long between being walked than others. While it is not an optimal solution, some dogs have been trained to use cat litter boxes. While it’s possible…
Read MoreHow to Properly Dispose of Dog Poop
There are basically two ways to dispose of canine feces. It can be bagged and thrown into the trash or disposed of in a receptacle specifically designed for that purpose. Never compost it, use it as fertilizer, hose it down storm drains, or flush dog or cat feces down the toilet. Dog waste is an…
Read MoreGuide to Adding Pet Waste Stations to Your Neighborhood
There are many reasons why people need to collect their dog’s waste and dispose of it properly. Unfortunately, there are some individuals that mistakenly think that a canine’s waste is part of the natural order. Pet waste stations are an efficient and cost-effective way to keep neighborhoods clean and free of pet waste. The natural…
Read MoreWhat are the Clingiest Dog Breeds?
Some dogs can occupy themselves perfectly well while pet parents are at work. Other breeds will cry every time their humans leave and people will find their canine constantly underfoot. Individuals should know that some breeds cling like plastic wrap to their humans. Vizsla A Hungarian breed, they want to be at their human’s side…
Read MoreHow 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…
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