Cleaning up dog poop is beneficial both for people and for the dog itself

We may not be able to stop ordinary stray dogs from defecating anywhere on the street in time, but if it is a pet dog we raise that defecates on the road, as owners, we should promptly clean it up. However, many owners still neglect this issue, which may be due to their habits or their level of awareness. This problem should be improved as soon as possible, and after all, handling dog poop properly is also greatly beneficial to us.

1. Protect the environment and reduce the chance of dogs becoming infected with bacteria

Imagine if every dog owner ignored their dog’s poop, over time it would inevitably have a very bad impact on the surrounding environment. It might be better in the winter, but once summer comes, the strong odor will definitely affect both our own and others’ lives. If non-dog owners then quarrel, dog owners will definitely be in the wrong. Therefore, to prevent neighborhood conflicts, we should clean up our dog’s poop promptly.

Besides, dog poop is also an important vector for parasites and infectious diseases. Many owners might not know their dog has caught an infectious disease, so they still take them for walks. Then, if their own dog comes into contact with others’ poop and gets infected, they will definitely curse those people for lacking manners and public consideration. But have we considered whether we ourselves have done a good job? So even just cleaning up our dog’s poop is beneficial to both our dogs and others’ dogs.

2. Observe the condition of dog poop to understand their health

While cleaning up dog poop, we can also observe the dog’s bowel movements—whether the poop is formed, if it is too soft, or if it has a special odor. These issues can reflect the dog’s physical condition well. If owners don’t pay attention to these details regularly, they might regret it once the dog really gets sick.

3. A form of exercise

When we clean up dog poop, we inevitably have to bend over and squat. We can consider this as a kind of exercise, which also has some benefits for our own health.