Written by Shenandoah Scooper Squad
Winchester, Virginia’s trusted pet waste removal pros
Summer in Virginia is for cookouts, sprinkler runs, and soaking up the sun with your furry best friend. But nothing ruins a barefoot lawn moment quite like a surprise “landmine” left behind by your dog. 💥
It’s easy to assume dog poop is just… inconvenient. But did you know it can also pose serious health and environmental risks—especially when the summer heat kicks things into overdrive?
Here are 5 eye-opening reasons to scoop that poop or let Shenandoah Scooper Squad do the dirty work for you:
☠️ 1. Dog Poop Can Spread Dangerous Bacteria & Parasites
Unlike cow manure, dog poop is not fertilizer. In fact, it’s classified as an environmental pollutant by the EPA—right up there with toxic chemicals and oil spills [¹].
It can contain:
E. coli
Salmonella
Roundworms
Hookworms
Giardia
Parvovirus
These pathogens can be tracked into your home or infect kids, guests, and other pets. That’s a hard pass from us.
🌞 2. Summer Heat Supercharges the Stink
You know what smells great on a hot Virginia day? Definitely not festering poop piles marinating in the sun. ☀️💩
The heat intensifies the odor, making it worse for you, your neighbors, and any backyard BBQ guests. (Let’s just say it’s not the “aromatic smoke” your grill was going for.)
🚫 3. Rain Can Wash Poop into Local Waterways
Ever heard of fecal runoff? It’s not a band name—it’s what happens when rain washes pet waste into storm drains, creeks, and rivers. According to the CDC, pet waste can contribute to harmful algae blooms and water contamination [²].
That’s bad news for our local ecosystems and public health.
👃 4. You’re Inviting Unwanted Guests
Flies, rodents, and other pests love pet waste. And when there’s poop, there’s usually larvae. That’s right—maggots.
Dog poop is a breeding ground for these summer troublemakers. Keep the bugs (and their revolting life cycles) off your lawn by keeping it clean.
🦶 5. Barefoot Isn’t So Carefree with Surprise Poop Landmines
Nothing says “summer mood killer” like stepping in something squishy on your way to the hammock. Whether you’ve got kids, guests, or just enjoy walking the yard with a glass of lemonade—don’t let forgotten poop turn your green grass into a war zone.
✅ So, What’s the Scoop?
You don’t have to deal with this crap. Literally. That’s what Shenandoah Scooper Squad is here for!
We offer reliable pet waste removal in Winchester, Virginia and surrounding areas—whether you need:
Weekly or biweekly visits
One-time cleanups before a party
Commercial waste station service
Or our Gold Paw Fresh™ Deodorizing Treatment to fight odors and bacteria
💬 Final Thought:
Your dog may be cute, but their poop? Not so much.
This summer, give yourself the gift of a clean, stink-free yard. Say goodbye to the hazards, and hello to a fresh lawn you can enjoy again.
👉 Book your service today with Shenandoah Scooper Squad.
Because they poop, we scoop!
References:
[1] U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “Protecting Water Quality from Urban Runoff.” www.epa.gov
[2] Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “Pet Waste and Water Quality.” www.cdc.gov
