THE FACTS:
Did you know that dog waste is dangerous for your health and the environment?
Picking up after your dog is an essential responsibility that helps keep our parks and waterways safe and clean.
8.2 Million
dogs and counting are living in Canada.
Toxic Waste
The Environmental Protection Agency puts dog waste in the same category as toxic chemicals and oil spills.
41%
of Canadian households have at least one dog.
Dog Waste
is hard on the ecosystem: it carries more disease, bacteria, nitrogen, and phosphorus than wild animals.
23 Million
coliform bacteria found in each gram of dog poop – a cause of gastrointestinal problems and serious kidney disorders.
2.2 Billion
pounds of waste produced by dogs each year.
THE RISKS:
Water
A major contributor to high e coli levels, dog waste contaminates water for drinking and swimming, often contributing to beach closures. Dog waste pollutes water with bacteria, and excess nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus. Excess nitrogen and phosphorus promoting the growth of algae blooms, depleting oxygen levels in the water and harming marine life.
Rain
carries these pollutants into streams, rivers, and lakes.
Soil
Parasites and bacteria from dog waste can stay in the soil for up to three years, putting other dogs and park users at risk of developing illness. Children run the highest risk of infection as they play in the dirt at the park or playground and then put their hands in their mouths or eyes. But adults and teens playing sports in open recreation areas could be at risk.
Did you know?
Dog poop puts you at risk for E. coli, whipworms, ringworms, hookworms, tapeworms, and more.
THE SOLUTION:
Practica dog waste bag products encourage responsible pet ownership. When dog owners forget to bring bags, Practica’s dog pick-up bags and dispensers make it convenience for everyone to clean up after their pets.
THE RESULT
Cleaner, healthier communities for pets, and the people who love them.
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