How Dog Waste Spreads Disease to Pets and Humans

The Invisible Threat

A pile of dog waste might look like it disappears after a few weeks of rain and sun, but the microscopic threats it leaves behind can survive in your soil for years.

Common Parasites

Dog waste is a primary transmission vector for several harmful parasites:

• Roundworms: A single gram of dog waste can contain thousands of roundworm eggs, which can remain viable in soil for years.
• Hookworms: These parasites can actually penetrate human skin, making walking barefoot in a contaminated yard dangerous.
• Giardia & Parvovirus: Highly contagious and potentially deadly to other dogs, these can easily spread through contact with infected waste.

Risk to Children

Children are at the highest risk because they play directly on the grass and frequently put their hands in their mouths. A yard that isn't regularly scooped is not a safe play area.

The Only Prevention

The only effective way to prevent the spread of these diseases is immediate and complete removal of the waste. Our professional service ensures every visit leaves your yard safe for both two-legged and four-legged family members.

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