The Scoop on Why We Pick Up Poop!

We started from Fur Fins & Feathers Pet Care, Then we started to noticed something, specifically the frustration we saw our community experiencing in the many dog friendly buildings and establishments in the city we call home. Never mind our own frustrations regarding the time it took to clean our own outdoor spaces and pet care equipment. So, after a good bit of trial and error (in our own yards & very patient clients of our Pet Care sister company), we finally figured out the best method! From day on, we knew that it could change the lives not only our Fur Fins & Feathers clients but our community as a whole!  

So there you have it, Poop! There is Goes! was born. Well, that and a secret love for 90's jock-jams.

Since starting our pet care journey, we have grown from a little boutique company caring for pets when their families are away to  a second sister company to protect pets, families, and our community from communicable diseases. We are immensely passionate about pet care and providing a safe, effective and affordable way to sanitize large areas. 

Ensuring your furry friend's waste is promptly cleared isn't merely a matter of tidiness; it's a vital step in promoting overall well-being and environmental harmony! We're deeply committed to safeguarding pet health, extending to the well-being of their human companions, our community, and the broader ecosystem.

 Paws and Piles: Facts About Doggy Dooty! 

• Poop Production: Did you know that your furry friend can produce around 276 pounds of waste in a year? That's a lot of dooty!

• Poop Patterns: Healthy dogs tend to do their business one to three times a day. 

• Scooping Saves the Day: Regularly cleaning up after your pup isn't just about keeping your yard tidy. It also helps protect both of you from getting sick! After all, they love to snuggle up in our spaces too.

• Bacteria Bonanza: Even though it might look harmless, just one gram of doggy waste can contain a whopping 23 million fecal coliform bacteria! Yikes! That's why it's super important to keep it away from waterways.

• No Fertilizer Here: Despite common belief, dog waste isn't beneficial for your lawn and garden. Cow manure, on the other hand, is beneficial for vegetation since it's derived from plant-based diets. Dogs consume a diet primarily composed of protein beef, pork, chicken, or fish, resulting in acidic waste that isn't conducive to grass growth. As a result, your backyard may end up resembling anything but a lush yard.

• EPA Says No: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) actually labels pet waste, including dog poop, as a pollutant. So, scoop it up to keep our environment clean!

• Slow Breakdown: Doggy deposits might seem to disappear quickly, but it can actually take up to a whole year for them to completely break down. That's a long time!

Ensuring your furry friend's waste is promptly cleared isn't merely a matter of tidiness; it's a vital step in promoting overall well-being and environmental harmony! We're deeply committed to safeguarding pet health, extending to the well-being of their human companions, our community, and the broader ecosystem.

Sanitizing kills viruses and bacteria, deodorizes smells, and neutralizes mold all in one step. The products that we use are EPA-approved formulas and safe to use around animals and humans, yet tough enough to combat a range of pathogens, including but not limited to:

• Parvovirus
• Distemper
• Coronavirus
• Giardia
• Leptospira
• Listeria
• Feline Herpesvirus
• Canine Parvovirus
• Feline Calicivirus
• Feline Panleukopenia
• MRSA
• Hepatitis Virus
• E. coli
• Salmonella
• Swine Flu
• Avian Influenzaa

Ensuring Water Purity: A Poop Talk with a Twist!

In the realm of discussions that adults dread and kids find endlessly fascinating, there's a subject that manages to captivate both: poop! Yes, it's the unspoken reality of waste, with myriad names like stool, waste, feces, or dung. It's a topic most would rather avoid, yet it's a crucial aspect of our daily lives. After all, everything that eats, well, eventually must…you know.

Fortunately, modern technology and infrastructure have blessed us with the means to manage our waste efficiently. However, amidst our focus on treating human waste, there's another culprit often left unchecked: pet waste, specifically, the bane of dog owners' existence – doggy doo-doo!

Let's crunch some numbers: In Pinellas County, home to a bustling population, there are approximately 132,000 licensed dogs. That's a whole lot of wagging tails and…well, you get the idea. Now, imagine each of these adorable canines contributing about a half-pound of waste per day. It adds up – to a whopping 66,000 pounds, to be exact! That's enough to fill 22 standard bathtubs each day, a truly mind-boggling amount.

Yet, here's the scoop (pun intended): surveys reveal that a staggering 40% of pet owners don't pick up after their furry friends. So, picture this: around 26,400 pounds of uncollected dog waste is left to linger, each day! And here's the kicker – just a single ounce of dog waste contains a staggering 23 million microorganisms of bacteria, twice the amount found in human waste. Talk about a not-so-cute surprise!

But fear not – there's hope on the horizon. Thanks to advancements in lab testing, authorities can now trace bacteria in water back to its canine origins. This breakthrough allows Pinellas Watershed Management to tackle the root of the problem head-on.

Our cherished local water bodies, from serene ponds to shimmering lakes, are at risk when contaminated with this bacterial onslaught. Fortunately, we all hold the power to make a difference, whether pet owners or not. By partnering with Watershed Management, we can ensure that our water remains pristine for swimming and fishing alike. After all, nobody wants to paddle in a pup-permeated pond, right? So, let's join paws – and hands – in keeping our waters clean and clear for generations to come!

Source: UF/IFAS