Posts Tagged ‘pet waste stations’
Guide 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 MoreInnovative Ways Countries are Addressing Dog Waste
Dog feces are overwhelming cities and neighborhoods. Many businesses and municipalities have installed pet waste receptacles and bag dispensers to help alleviate the problem. While that’s the preferred method in South Florida and across the U.S., some cities and countries are resorting to innovative, and sometimes shocking, campaigns to encourage people to dispose of dog…
Read MoreEvidence 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…
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…
Read MoreDo Pet Waste Stations Work?
The short answer is yes. It’s the responsibility of dog owners to clean up after their canines and most individuals are diligent about the task. However, there are times when people are rushed and they forget to take a bag. There are also those that refuse to take care of pet waste under the mistaken…
Read MoreControlling Dog Waste with Waste Stations
Controlling the amount of dog waste, particularly in city environments, is becoming an increasingly concerning issue. Pet waste has a variety of negative impacts on people and pets, soil and water supplies, and wildlife. The solution is simple, though often overlooked – pet waste stations. Establishing the stations isn’t just for placement in neighborhoods. They’re…
Read MoreNeighborhood Perks When Searching for a New Home
There are some features that are non-negotiable when searching for a new home, such as commute time, size of the dwelling, and your budget, along with storage space, good schools and safety. However, there are neighborhood perks that individuals should look for even if they won’t use them. Playgrounds Even with a fenced in yard,…
Read MoreAdding Pet Waste Stations Increases Owner Compliance
Most people with dogs are considerate and pick up after their canines. However, there are always a few that don’t for any number of reasons. Installing pet waste stations is an incentive to take responsibility and increases compliance. Pet waste stations are available in two styles. One is a waste receptacle, while the second type…
Read MoreIndoor Pet Waste Station – Perfect for Hotel and Condo Lobbies
One of the most overlooked resources for hotels and condos is a pet waste station for sanitation. Residents have dogs that need to relieve themselves, and friends that visit may also have a dog. It doesn’t matter whether residents are walking their own canine or hire a dog walker, a pet waste station is an…
Read MoreThe Many Positives of Adding Pet Waste Stations
The majority of dog owners are responsible, courteous, and clean up after their pets. However, that still leaves a mountain of dog feces to dispose of each year. Many cities, communities and neighborhoods are addressing the problem by installing pet waste stations and their installation comes with a variety of positive aspects. Disease/Parasites Pet feces…
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