Provided within this website is some general information about
the diseases associated with pet feces.
Dog feces is more than just a nuisance - it can pose a serious health hazard.
Why? A number of common parasites, including round worm, are transmitted via
dog feces. When infected dog droppings are left on the ground, the eggs of the
roundworms and other parasites can linger in the soil for years. As a result,
anyone who comes in contact with the soil also comes in contact with the
infected eggs.
Children run the greatest risk of infection because they're prone to play in
the dirt at the park or playground and then put their hands in their mouths or
rub their eyes with their hands. But even a group of teens or adults playing
Frisbee or touch football in an open area could be in danger. Parasitic
infections can make humans extremely sick, and for pregnant women, can pose a
serious harm to their unborn child.
Why Should You Clean-up Your Pest Waste?
Dog Waste is not the predominant or most toxic pollutant in urban streams, but
it is one of many small sources of pollution that can cumulatively have a big
impact if left unmanaged. The New Jersey Department of Health has estimated
that there are over 500,000 dogs in the state. Add to this figure cats
and other smaller pets, and a significant volume of waste is being generated
daily.
Dog Waste contains bacteria and parasites, as well as organic matter and
nutrients, notably nitrogen and phosphorous.