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Tonawanda, NY trainer is dog poo worm farmer

Vermiculture – Dog Poo Compost Myles Stubblefield, just like many of us, wants to do his part to protect the environment. He grew up in...

Percentage of pet waste vs. other trash

Pet waste compared to other U.S. waste When reviewing the data for waste quantities below, keep in mind that anaerobic degradation of...

Waterloo's Poop Power Project

In 2017, Waterloo (Ontario, Canada) installed their green poop power dog waste disposal units around parks and trails. It is the first...

Canadian and U.S. dog owners: take our one-minute survey

Are you a dog owner? Let EPWN know your thoughts on the harm of dog poop on the health of the environment and humans. Results are...

Dog pick up bags - the good, bad and ugly

Need a quick guide to dog poop pick up bags? Click here for a quick and easy infographic, download it and take it with you everywhere...

Dog Poo Down the Loo

Deakin University student Stephanie created this video about "Dog Poo Down the Loo" as part of a professional practice placement with...

Vermont's Waterbury Dog Park inspires two others to tackle dog poo composting

In September 2022 the Warren Select Board approved a plan for Warren Dog Park at Brooks Recreation Field. The project committee's...

Aussie dog owner thoughts on harm of dog poop to environment and humans

As part of an environmental science project, an Australian student asked dog owners their views on the topic of dog poop and effects on...

Repurposing cat waste

Can cat waste be composted the same as dog waste? For the most part, yes. The big difference is that dog waste is mostly collected in...

Community Education Resources

The Pet Poo Pocket Guide is a must-read book for anyone who is concerned about the environmental impact of their cat or dog.