More Than a Lawn Mine: Dog Doo’s Dangers

Dog poop isn’t just a nuisance—it’s a potential health hazard. It may look like just a pile on the grass, but within that pile could be a cocktail of dangerous organisms.

Common Diseases Transmitted Through Dog Waste

  1. Parvovirus – Highly contagious and potentially deadly for dogs, this virus can survive in feces and contaminated soil for months.
  2. Giardia – A microscopic parasite that causes diarrhea in pets and humans alike.
  3. Roundworms and hookworms – These can infect humans, especially children, through direct contact with contaminated soil.
  4. Salmonella and E. coli – Found in dog feces and capable of causing serious illness in humans.
  5. Campylobacteriosis – Another bacterial infection that can lead to gastrointestinal distress in both dogs and humans.

Why Cleanup Matters

These parasites and bacteria don’t just go away. In fact, some can live in the soil for years. That’s why regular poop scooping isn’t just about cleanliness—it’s about protecting public health. By removing dog waste promptly and thoroughly, you’re reducing the risk of disease transmission, especially in yards where kids and other pets play.

WYSIWASH Leaves Lawns Clean and Green

WYSIWASH is a sanitizing system that delivers a safe, effective sanitizing solution. It’s EPA-registered, environmentally friendly and proven to be safe for your lawn, kennel, fence, porch and a wide variety of surfaces.

WYSIWASH’s powerful sanitizing compound eliminates at least 18 common pathogens that put you and your family at risk.

Scooper Subscribers Get Free WYSIWASH With Every Visit

In addition to Scooper Subscription DiscountsScooper Subscribers enjoy free WYSIWASH treatments AND free curbside takeaway with every service!

For Standard Scoopers, WYSIWASH treatments are $5 for biweekly scoops and $10 for one-time, weekly and twice-monthly scoops.

Check out our Pricing Page for our simple, no-quote price chart, or use the pricing calculator to figure out the best plan for you.

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