I was never really good at telling jokes, and I don’t know the punchline to this one, but I won’t let that stop me from telling you what it was about. The joke starts with an elaborate description of an alien ship landing on Earth. The amusing part details an alien witnessing a human being walking behind a dog. The dog stops to defecate, and the human picks up the dog’s feces puts it in a bag, and takes it home. I can see where that can be funny and confusing at the same time.
So here’s the “Scoop.” There is no longer any excuse for leaving feces where it falls!
Parvovirus, Roundworms, Hookworms, Whipworms, Tapeworms, Giardia, and Coccidia are transmitted via dog feces. Salmonellosis is the most common bacterial infection transmitted to humans from dog feces, but not the only one. Dogs step in, roll in, sniff, and even some dogs eat it. Not only is there a risk of stepping in the waste and tracking the mess and the diseases into your home, but as rainwater begins to dissolve the piles of waste, contaminants are transported via runoff into the groundwater. Dog feces is known to be one of the leading sources of contamination in lakes, rivers, and streams. In addition, the nitrogen released in animal waste combines with other naturally occurring elements in lakes and streams, causing an increase in ammonia levels and resulting in dead fish.
Many products are designed to efficiently remove and dispose of this unsanitary, toxic waste and are available in supermarkets, pharmacies, pet supply locations, thrift outlets, and online. Pet supply companies have abundant, easy-to-use, inexpensive devices and bags to aid in your quest to clean up your property and your neighbor’s property. I mention that because many pet parents allow their dogs to use a neighbor’s lawn as a bathroom. Poop bags seem to be the most popular way to bag and dispose of your dog’s waste quickly.
No more forgetting to take bags because cute and colorful plastic attachments for your dog’s leash are made to be filled with waste pick-up bags. Some poop bags are designed with handles for easy closure and carrying. Some bags are thicker than others, depending on the manufacturer, so I recommend investigating and not going with the least expensive brand, if possible. BETTER YET: vegetable-based bags are 100% plastic-free.
For the latest in modern convenience, there are reliable companies that will Scoop the Poop for you and dispose of it according to your town’s regulations.
