Dog Waste Is a Pest Magnet
As a pest control professional, one of the first things I check on properties with pest problems is accumulated dog waste. Feces attract flies within minutes, rodents within days, and can create persistent pest populations.
Pests Attracted to Dog Waste
| Pest | Attraction | Health Risk |
|---|---|---|
| House flies | Breeding ground | Disease transmission to food |
| Rats | Food source | Property damage, disease |
| Mice | Food source | Hantavirus, contamination |
| Cockroaches | Organic matter | Allergens, disease |
| Mosquitoes | Moisture from decomposing waste | West Nile, Zika |
| Skunks/raccoons | Food source, insects in waste | Rabies, property damage |
The Fly Problem in Detail
A single pile of dog waste can produce 200+ fly larvae within 48 hours. Those flies then spread bacteria from waste to every surface they land on — your patio furniture, food prep areas, and into your home.
Warning
If you are spending money on pest control but not removing dog waste, you are treating symptoms while feeding the cause. Remove the waste first, then treat for pests.
Break the Pest Cycle
Professional waste removal is the most cost-effective pest prevention step you can take. Clean Paws removes the primary attractant, making your pest control treatment far more effective.