It adds up! One pile of pet waste might not seem like a lot; however, approximately 120,000 dogs live in Austin, generating 60,000 pounds of waste throughout the city every day. When not disposed of properly, this waste washes into local waterways and causes problems with:
Human and Pet Health
- Giardia
- Roundworms
- Salmonella
- Other viruses and parasites
Water Quality
- Algae and aquatic weeds
- Reduced oxygen for fish
- Unsafe recreational areas for fishing or enjoying
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