Can dog poop make you sick?
Yes. Dog poop can carry roundworms, hookworms, Giardia, Salmonella and E. coli. Learn who is most at risk and simple steps that protect your family.
November 7, 2026
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Dog care blog.
Tips for dog owners in Buckeye, Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Citrus Park. Clean yards, healthy dogs, and life in the Arizona heat.
Dog poop color chart
What healthy dog poop looks like, what black, red, yellow, green and gray poop can mean, how often dogs should poop and when to call your vet.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›How to get rid of dog poop smell in your yard
How to get rid of dog poop and pee smell on grass, rock and artificial turf, plus how often to scoop to keep flies away in the Arizona heat.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›Heat stroke in dogs: signs and what to do
Heat stroke can kill a dog fast. Learn the signs, the first aid steps vets recommend and how to keep your dog safe in a West Valley summer.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›How long does dog poop take to decompose?
Dog poop can take a year or more to break down, and worm eggs from it can live in soil for years. Why it lasts so long and how to get rid of it.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›Is dog poop good fertilizer?
No. Dog poop burns grass, carries worms and germs and can wash into storm drains. Why it hurts your lawn and what to do with it instead.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›Does the rattlesnake vaccine for dogs work?
Arizona has 13 kinds of rattlesnakes. What the evidence says about the rattlesnake vaccine for dogs, and what to do if a snake bites your dog.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›Scorpion stings and toad poisoning in dogs
Monsoon season brings bark scorpions and Sonoran Desert toads into West Valley yards. Learn the signs and the first aid steps that can save your dog.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›Valley fever in dogs
Valley fever is a fungal lung infection that is common in Maricopa County dogs. Learn the signs, how vets test and treat it and how to lower the risk.
November 7, 2026
Read it ›Why does my dog eat poop?
About 1 in 6 dogs eat poop often, and most go for fresh piles. Why dogs do it, when to call the vet and how a clean yard helps stop the habit.
November 7, 2026
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