Why Scoop That Poop?
Human Health: Pet waste contains disease-causing organisms that can be transmitted to people, pets, and wildlife. Fecal coliform, bacteria, salmonella, roundworms, and giardia can remain in your yard for weeks and months if not cleaned up.
Quality of Life: Civic pride- Areas left messy with pet waste are unattractive and degrade the quality of life for residents. Pet waste discourages people from coming to local shopping districts and visitors from enjoying local parks and can contribute to lowering property values.
Water Quality: Pet waste left on the ground also mixes with stormwater runoff and the contaminants are carried to nearby waterways, like the Anacostia River, where we swim, fish, and play.
Source: Prince George's County, Department of Environment
Responsible pet owners must pick up after their pets to avoid the harmful effects of pet waste on our health and the environment. The Public Works Department also partners with the County's Pet Waste Management program by providing pet waste stations around the City.
Pet Waste Stations Locations:
- Skate Park between Otis Street and Wells Avenue
- Perry Street and Rhode Island Avenue
- 33rd Street and Bunker Hill Road
- Mount Rainier 31st Street Mini Park (Mount Rainier Food Forest)
- Arundel Road and 30th Street