Your Backyard Is Not as Clean as You Think
A single gram of dog feces contains 23 million fecal coliform bacteria. In a typical suburban backyard, accumulated waste creates a bacterial reservoir that contaminates soil, attracts pests, and puts your family at risk.
What Lives in Dog Waste
| Pathogen | Survival in Soil | Human Risk |
|---|---|---|
| E. coli | 2-4 weeks | GI illness, kidney damage |
| Salmonella | 3-4 months | Food poisoning symptoms |
| Roundworm eggs | 1-3 years | Vision damage, organ damage |
| Hookworm larvae | 3-4 weeks | Skin penetration, intestinal infection |
| Giardia cysts | 1-3 months | Severe diarrhea |
| Campylobacter | 1-2 weeks | GI illness |
How Contamination Spreads
- Rain runoff: Bacteria wash into garden beds, play areas, and storm drains
- Shoes and feet: Walking through contaminated areas tracks bacteria indoors
- Flies and insects: Pests land on waste then transfer bacteria to food and surfaces
- Children and pets: Direct contact during play leads to hand-to-mouth transmission
Warning
The EPA classifies pet waste as a pollutant in the same category as chemical and oil spills. It is not fertilizer — it is a contaminant.
The Solution Is Simple
Regular, thorough removal eliminates the risk. Clean Paws provides systematic yard cleanup that covers every corner, reducing your yard's bacterial load to safe levels within one service visit.