Scoop the Poop! For Our Water

Unfortunately, uncollected pet waste doesn’t just disappear. Dog poop is gross to step in, disrespectful to others using parks and trails, and carries diseases. Not to mention its impact on our waterways—it’s the primary source of bacteria pollution in our streams.

But there’s a simple solution—properly dispose of your pet waste.

Scoop it
Bag it
Trash it

Pet waste versus Stormwater

Pet waste left on the ground mixing with stormwater can be washed into storm drains that lead directly to our streams and lakes. This waste carries harmful bacteria which can affect the health of wildlife, ourselves, and our children. Dog poop is raw sewage, and with high levels of bacteria like E. coli, dog waste is harmful to the environment and human health.

Every time you pick up after your pet, you’re taking action to keep our parks, trails, and streams clean and healthy for everyone. Let’s work together to protect the places we love!

Pet Waste in Stormwater

Pet waste left on the ground can be washed into storm drains that lead directly to our streams and lakes. This waste carries harmful bacteria that affects the health of local wildlife. Dog poop is raw sewage, and with high levels of bacteria like E. coli, dog waste is harmful to the environment and human health.

Every time you pick up after your pet, you’re taking action to keep our parks, trails, and streams clean and healthy for everyone. Let’s work together to protect the places we love!

The Pet Owner Pledge

Join your neighbors and show your commitment to protecting the streams and lakes we love by pledging to: 

• Scoop it, bag it and trash it. Everywhere.
• Keep dogs on leash in sensitive places like wetlands, riparian zones, and wildlife habitat areas.
• Help spread this message to other dog owners! 

Resources

• Scoop it Up – Clean Water Services
• Canines for Clean Water
• Poop Smart Clark