There is dog feces in my vegetable garden, can I still use the dirt to grow vegetables?
Q. I want to plant a garden in my backyard and I have recently found out that my neighbor has a routine of taking his dog into my backyard to do his duty and not cleaning it up! I know dog manure can carry parasites that can effect humans and I need to know if I can still use the dirt to grow vegetables. There isn't much noticeable dog manure but I have seen some.
Asked by Randall - Tue Feb 22 19:37:33 2011 - Garden & Landscape - 5 Answers - Comments

A. Dog poop is never a recommended animal manure. Even if the poop has decomposed, it still can contaminate vegetables. Humans can then fall sick after consuming the contaminated vegetables. It would be better if you use fresh dirt in a raised bed garden. This way you'll have more control over your soil. Checkout the following web page for more on raised bed gardening:
Answered by Crystian - Tue Feb 22 20:03:33 2011

I need advice in how to clean up after a winter of dog feces?
Q. We live in Minnesota so now is the time to do the spring cleaning. My dog uses an area that has pea gravel to do his business. Now it is hideous and most difficult to clean, what are your suggestions? I was going to use bleach? Any better ideas?
Asked by Eddi - Sun May 22 17:28:20 2011 - Dogs - 3 Answers - Comments

A. rake and shovel
Answered by ladystang - Sun May 22 17:30:30 2011

How to remove feces from dog fur?
Q. I know this is pretty gross, but how do I get feces off of my long coat American Eskimo Dog? Currently, I give her about two baths a day to get it off. Are there alternatives?
Asked by - Wed Jul 20 23:09:54 2011 - Dogs - 13 Answers - Comments

dog feces eating - How to stop dog feces eating behavior?
Q. My dog will not stop eating other dogs' feces. As i know eating feces is normal for some dogs, but it's disgusting isn't it. Any idea how to stop dog feces eating behavior?
Asked by Nursalinda - Tue Jun 15 17:07:23 2010 - Dogs - 4 Answers - Comments

A. In order to stop dog feces eating, you need to clean you dog feces quickly. You can also add pepper in the feces, the taste of which the dogs will never like. You should feed the animal at proper time. The dog should never be allowed to be hungry. The hunger may prompt the dog to eat the feces. It is better to feed the dog 3 to 4 times a day, in small quantities instead of feeding heavy food for 2 times. This will reduce the output of the dog. Some dogs may have excessive hunger which is due to insufficiency of exocrine pancreas. Those dogs will eat anything and everything including its own feces. Refer to this site for more detail about dog feces eating. Prevent dog feces eating at
Answered by - Wed Jun 16 07:13:06 2010

Any possible infections from dog feces in a cut?
Q. I was playing soccer in my backyard today and I noticed that I had a kind of deep gash right below knee. I was sliding around outside and it's possible that some of my pet's feces may have gotten in it. I washed it in the shower and it's already a bit swollen. Are there any dangers I should be aware of?
Asked by royale_inliner - Sun Sep 7 21:55:49 2008 - Infectious Diseases - 2 Answers - Comments

A. as a physician id recommend that you make an appointment to see your doctor some antibiotics would be a good idea
Answered by mishmaster - Sun Sep 7 22:05:43 2008

What can you get from dog feces?
Q. My sister in laws have 2 dog and won't get rid of them. The dogs have never been trained and run around jumping on everything. They go to the bathroom everywhere! They go on the furniture and beds. They chew up everything as well. There is a 2 month old baby in their house and I am worried about her getting sick from feces being all over.
Asked by Mrs. V - Mon Jan 12 18:16:37 2009 - Infectious Diseases - 8 Answers - Comments

A. You have every right to be concerned, if your description of the situation is accurate then there are health hazards present for the infant residing there. Animal feces (including K-9) carries very nasty bacteria, parasites, and viruses. This situation should be confronted immediately for the sake of the child. Be gentle about it, as I am sure your sister-in-law will be less than thrilled about your opinion at first, but pursue it none-the-less. Unsanitary conditions are unsafe, however, if your sister-in-law is taking the needed precautions to maintain a clean home, and reduce the risk of contamination, then you may not have a leg to stand on. Bottom line, if she keeps her home clean and sanitary by picking up the feces and disinfecting… [cont.]
Answered by MikaRight - Mon Jan 12 18:25:12 2009

What could cause Dog feces to turn black?
Q. I'm a new pet owner, and have recently noticed that my dog's feces have been black. I phoned our local veterinarian, and they said it shouldn't be a problem. On the internet, some websites say one cause is blood in the intestinal track? This morning everything is starting to get back to normal as far as color goes, but I'm still worried. What should I do?
Asked by - Wed Sep 1 08:41:19 2010 - Dogs - 6 Answers - Comments

A. If the vet said no problem then don't worry. If his feces are still black in a 3-4 days then make sure you ring him again just to check!
Answered by ~Skye~ - Wed Sep 1 08:51:45 2010

How do you get rid of dog urine/feces smell from dirt?
Q. I just purchased a home that has a large room-sized patch of dirt and some weeds. The previous owner must've had dogs that went in that area because when I wet the area it smells strong of dog urine/feces. I tried a product called Yard & Odor Cleaner to no avail.
Asked by datkwikracer - Tue Jul 28 22:27:01 2009 - Dogs - 2 Answers - Comments

A. Cutting the weeds close to the ground would help. Tilling the area up and breaking up the soil would help.
Answered by gnet_162000 - Tue Jul 28 22:31:04 2009

Is there anything to spray on dog feces to disintegrate it?
Q. I bought a home and the previous owner had dogs and didn't pick up all of it. It's a big yard and I don't want to pick up each and every piece. Can we spray anything to make it go away?
Asked by Too Cool For Me - Tue Apr 27 18:50:06 2010 - Dogs - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. I don't blame you for not wanting to pick it up (there isn't anything like that) but heres a thought if you don't want to do it- Any neighborhood kids? Ask them to do it and pay them a decent fee or provide them with pizza and pop afterwards for lunch (have them wash their hands first! haha!)
Answered by heater - Tue Apr 27 19:00:03 2010

What are some of the causes of green slime in dog feces?
Q. My dog feces seem normal but there are "strings" of green slime in the feces and some times there is a "blob" of the slime on his rectum after defecation.
Asked by routinerider - Thu Jan 17 16:34:17 2008 - Dogs - 5 Answers - Comments

A. Diet is the biggest answer, what goes in must come out. What is he eating?
Answered by Julia F - Thu Jan 17 16:39:35 2008

What effect does dog feces and urine have on Trex or other composite deck products?
Q. We have two small dogs who are accustomed to doing their business on our deck (it's second story and no way for them to get to the lawn). We're getting the deck surface replaced with either Trex or Fiberon decking. Do you know what effect their "business" will have on that type of materials? Thanks.
Asked by Don P - Thu Jun 3 15:10:31 2010 - Garden & Landscape - 1 Answers - 1 Comments

A. lol Look what I found on answers! All about cleaning animal leavings from Trex. :))
Answered by Dawn Dammit - Thu Jun 3 20:45:49 2010

What is the best way to clean dog feces off of sneakers?
Q. My son has a bad habit of not watching where he walks. He stepped in dog poop with his brand new Jordans. I know this is nasty but the poop is in the grooves on the sole of the sneaker. How can I get this out of the grooves? Please don't say toothpick because it is making me more sick.
Asked by Randi S - Tue Mar 24 18:45:22 2009 - Cleaning & Laundry - 4 Answers - Comments

A. I know..i gagged sooo much when i had to clean my 11 yr old daughter sneickers one time and my 3 yr old son's sneickers another time...i had to do it with a scrub pad, Q-tips and the hose on high...First, shoot the bottom with a hose then use the scrub pad and whatever little feces are still left, use a Q-tip! it was disgusting but got the job done!
Answered by Sexy Mama of 2 cuties - Tue Mar 24 18:54:11 2009

Could I have contracted worms from my dog's feces?
Q. I stepped in my dogs feces barefoot in my house and it seemed pretty new. What are the chances I could have contracted worms from this and how can I be sure I didn't?
Asked by jquinn914 - Wed Jun 30 17:49:40 2010 - Dogs - 4 Answers - Comments

A. Not very likely. Dogs have different parasites than humans.
Answered by - Thu Jul 1 08:37:05 2010

can you get sick for breathing in dog feces outside?
Q. My neighbours have 4 dogs inside a small fence and there feces is very strong and i can smell it from when im in my house. So i was wondering if my kids could get sick from breathing that in? If they are outside playing or even if they are in the house. Im not trying to say anything bad about my neighbours, the dogs do look well taken care of, its just how strong the smell is. I guess no one knows either.
Asked by Devils Little Sister - Thu Jun 23 22:45:27 2011 - Dogs - 1 Answers - Comments

A. No but if it is rely that strong it will turn into a health issue call the town to see if they can help talk them in to getting it cleaned up.
Answered by - Thu Jun 23 23:07:38 2011

How do I get a female dog to stop eating her feces?
Q. It's my sister's dog, and the dog is just under 1 year old. They have an older female dog, and the puppy is eating the older dog's feces. They tried changing the pup's food (because she was always starving), also tried adding powder to the older dog's food that the vet said would turn the pup off the taste. So far neither has worked. Any ideas?
Asked by CCMM - Tue Mar 10 21:16:27 2009 - Dogs - 6 Answers - Comments

A. Pineapple works! Try adding bits of pineapple to the puppies' food. It also might be because she is eating her food to fast, and the food isn't digesting. Try feeding her/him a little bit of food at a time, and then she/he will learn to eat slower. It also takes patience. Good luck!
Answered by jb lover123 - Tue Mar 10 21:34:19 2009

Can you flush dog feces(chiwaua) down the toilet?
Q. My friends plumbing failed and the landlord's plumber says that the dog feces caused the pipes to break, but also said that the pipe's are real old. The plumber said that you shouldn't flush dog feces down the toilet. Is this true?
Asked by - Sat Sep 25 09:17:48 2010 - Dogs - 11 Answers - 3 Comments

A. Sounds like "crap" to me! Generations of people have been doing this for years. Also: It reduces the carbon imprint of your pet. Not using potty pads or plastic pick up bags is going green! By just flushing the waste down the toliet u, not only have you picked up after your dog, but your yard (or a neighbor's yard) isn't full of little land mines, lol. All that said, I do believe everyone should take pick up bags on walks, anywhere, & pick up after your dog.
Answered by mustlovedogs - Sat Sep 25 10:17:57 2010

How do you remove old dog feces from carpet?
Q. I have a rental unit and the tenants just moved and I found out they let their dog defecate all over the carpet. Now there are piles of old, hard dog feces in the carpet. Any ideas would be great!
Asked by - Fri Jun 19 16:24:48 2009 - Dogs - 8 Answers - Comments

A. If you own the unit you should have made the tennants sign a contract making them pay for any damages after they leave... which means THEY have to pay for replacing or steam cleaning of the carpet. If you have just moved into the apartment contact your landlord, they should have cleaned the carpet or replaced it before you moved in.
Answered by The Anti-Fluff - Fri Jun 19 16:35:18 2009

black feces from blue wilderness dog food?
Q. does anybody else feed their dogs blue wilderness? it gives my girl a coal black feces. i dont think ive ever seen dog feces so black before.
Asked by EJ - Tue Jun 2 22:27:54 2009 - Dogs - 1 Answers - Comments

A. usually potassium will turn poop black. it's normal
Answered by - Wed Jun 3 12:56:32 2009

how can i remove dog feces odor from my rug?
Q. my dog was sick and i have tried every thing !!! please help! any home remedies would be helpful too! thanks
Asked by Ralph P - Tue Aug 7 12:57:05 2007 - Dogs - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Steam cleaner works the best.
Answered by DP - Tue Aug 7 12:59:43 2007

Why does my 2 year old dog eat feces?
Q. I have a 2 year old chiuaua/shi tzu mix and she continuously eats her feces and my other two dogs feces... She is definitely not underfed as she is a bit round now... It really grosses me out... Is there an explanation for this,do I need to take her to the vet for syndrome?
Asked by just me - Sun Aug 31 21:58:56 2008 - Dogs - 9 Answers - Comments

A. She might not be getting the proper nutrients needed. That doesn't mean you aren't feeding her enough but rather you aren't feeding her the right diet. Here are other triggers: "1. A dog with a physical problem that causes excessive hunger, pain, or other sensations may resort to eating feces. If your adult dog who has not previously had this habit suddenly develops it, take the dog to your veterinarian for a check-up. 2. A dog who is not getting enough to eat or is going too long between meals may eat feces. Your veterinarian can help you evaluate the dog's weight and can suggest a feeding schedule and amount. Sometimes it takes experimentation to see what works best for a particular dog. 3. A dog with intestinal parasites or other… [cont.]
Answered by [i'm a tree] - Sun Aug 31 22:02:31 2008