Dog Owner Alert

POOP AND SCOOP

Dog speaking the words I poop you pick it up - any questions?

We all enjoy the outdoors. Unfortunately many residents find that they need to constantly keep their eyes on the ground when they venture out because some dog owners have failed to adhere to the “Poop and Scoop” alert. Take the time to be considerate of others, when your dog Poops please Scoop. For the convenience of all residents we have garbage cans located around town to dispose of any refuse.

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Turn the bag inside out. This will keep your hand clean. Place your hand on the inside of the inverted bag as if you were putting on a glove. With your hand safely on the inside of the inverted bag, firmly grab the poop on the ground and pick it up. Dispose in garbage. Easy as 1-2-3.

Bottom part of a dog sitting in the grass with a hand picking up poop in a poop bag

LEASH LAW

A reminder, that all dogs should be kept on a leash at all times for the protection of others and yourself.

10 Reasons to Keep Your Dog Leashed

Dog with a leash and the words 10 reasons for keeping your dog on a leash

Fenced backyards and leash-free areas provide space for dogs to run wild and let out their inner racehorses. But on the street and other public places, it’s safer to keep them leashed. Here’s why:

Cars – It’s a devastating moment for all involved when a dog gets hit by a moving vehicle. Even well-behaved dogs may suddenly run in the path of a moving car or not be seen by someone backing up in a parking lot. Parking lots, sidewalks, and roadside excursions are safer with a leash.
Greetings and Salutations – When your pup is leashed and greets another leashed pup, the dogs are usually on good behavior. They know their people are close, and they’ll sniff to say “hi.” If there’s a hint of aggression, you can quickly pull your dog away and defuse the situation.
Staying Cleaner – If you’ve ever let your dog run loose in a park or other open space, only to watch in pain as they chased ducks into the muddy lake, then you know what we mean. No one really wants the extra chore of spontaneous bath time with their pooch.

Long haired dog lying in a muddle puddle with the words off-leash time might lead to bath time

Preventing Jumping on Others – Have you ever been at a park (not a dog park, a regular people park) and someone’s off-leash dog terrorizes a toddler eating an ice cream? It’s not that the dog is trying to scare the kid, but can you see how a 3-foot-tall person waving about a popsicle just out of reach of the dog’s face can seem like a game to the one with the wagging tail? No one is making friends with this.
Loss Prevention – Dogs who accompany their people on leashes are less likely to get lost. For example, you can stop your dog from chasing after a cat. They won’t go on solo exploratory missions, and you’ll know exactly where they are and what they’re doing.
Preventing Them from Eating Something They Shouldn’t – Garbage, offerings from strangers, and non-edibles: we all know dogs explore the world with their mouths, and some of them are very food-oriented. Eating things they shouldn’t can lead to upset tummies and worse.
No Accidental Puppies - Not every animal is spayed or neutered, and if a pup gets out of the house and meets up with another animal in heat, well, it doesn’t take long for new puppies to be on the way.
Prevents the Spread of Disease – Some dogs like to eat other animals’ “leavings,” and those can carry disease. Such dining is less likely to happen if your pet is leashed.
Marks Them as a Pet – Well-trained dogs are a pleasure to walk on the leash, and it identifies them as your pet. Well-behaved dogs with identification are easier to reunite if you somehow get separated.

Cute dog on leash with words a leash signals that your dog is your beloved pet

It’s the Law – Leash laws are in effect for the safety of your dog and those around them. This can be the most compelling reason to leash your dog; it’s simply required!

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