73% of Americans Maintain Their Lawn For Their Pets, And Here’s How You Can Make Your Yard Even More Friendly For Your Dog
Many people like to keep up their lawns for appearances’ sake. But recent findings have determined that the motivator behind proper lawn care is more than just aesthetics.
According to a survey from Angi, 73 percent of Americans maintain their lawn for their pets.
It’s not so surprising; after all, our pets are like our children, so we want to provide them with a space they’ll have fun in while staying safe.
Providing a place for your dog to roam around in does more than just help them get in some exercise.
It also may lead to a decrease in problematic behaviors, such as excessive barking or tearing up the house.
However, keeping a yard both clean and pet-friendly is a balance that’s tricky to achieve. So here are some ideas you can implement in your outdoor space to accommodate an energetic pup!
First, make sure your yard is a safe haven and filled with plants that aren’t harmful to dogs. Lilies, tulips, and oleander are popular choices for gardens, but they are poisonous to your pets. Avoid planting these flowers in case your furry friend decides to take a bite out of them.
And if you want to create the most plush carpet for your dog to scamper on, incorporate these types of grasses in your lawn:
- Kentucky bluegrass
- Perennial ryegrass
- Bermuda grass
- Centipede grass
- Bahia grass
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Another alternative to maintaining a clean and dog-friendly yard is to replace your grassy lawn with artificial turf or gravel. This will eliminate any urine stains and make waste removal much easier.
With gravel, you can simply spray any waste away. Plus, you won’t have to worry about your dog tracking in any dirt or leaving behind grass stains.
To give your dog an enriching outdoor experience, add a portable puppy pool or a dig box in your yard. A pool will allow your dog to have a spot to swim in and be able to cool off from the summer heat.
Furthermore, a dig box offers a designated digging area for your pet to delve into instead of uprooting the lawn itself.
Fill a sandbox with clean sand and soil and place it at the edge of your yard away from any gardens so your dog won’t be tempted to dig where they’re not supposed to.
As you can see, building a paradise of play for your pooch doesn’t have to be complicated!
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