Sammy's Pet Tip of the Week on Lawn Care

Many of you may have dogs and also want a well manicured lawn. Although many people believe dog urine and feces is a lawn fertilizer, this is not always the case.

Dog urine in small amounts can cause a green up or fertilizer effect, however dog urine in large amounts can cause brown patches surrounded by a green outside ring called lawn burn. The fundamental problem with dog “potty” is the concentration of nitrogen in the waste. Male dogs mark many spots by urinating in small amounts which can easily kill a small area within eight hours of urination.

To prevent lawn kill, you can use water to dilute the urine. Often, a better solution is to teach your pet to eliminate in a designated area that can be covered with gravel.